Pulled From Shelves: Heart Risk Medications Prompt Global Health Alert

If you’re over 60, you likely already take a few prescriptions daily. That’s why these warnings are so urgent. With age, the body becomes more sensitive to medication side effects, and what once worked without issue can suddenly present serious risks.

Why This Warning Matters Now More Than Ever

Medication safety isn’t just a concern for doctors and scientists—it’s a deeply personal issue, especially for seniors who depend on prescriptions to maintain quality of life. In the U.S. alone, millions of older adults are prescribed drugs every year for everything from arthritis to high blood pressure.

As we age, our ability to metabolize drugs changes. Blood vessels lose flexibility. Heart and kidney function slows. All of these factors make older adults more vulnerable to complications like blood clots.

So when health authorities begin pulling medications off shelves for causing cardiovascular problems, it’s more than just a news headline. It’s a wake-up call for all of us to advocate for our health.

Your Role in Protecting Yourself and Others

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