Medical News of the Week ending July 5

Tens of thousands of deaths. Preventable. This week, Dr. Simpson breaks down a study showing the massive human cost of skipping statins—and why he takes Crestor himself. Plus: the death of BMI, flu shots that protect two lives at once, and why RFK Jr.'s favorite glucose gadget doesn’t actually help in pregnancy. We cover gallbladder myths, Crohn’s and potatoes, and new RSV vaccine guidance for adults 50+.Science without spin. Wit with receipts. This is Dr. Simpson Unfiltered.Subscribe for weekly medical news—debunked, decoded, and delivered without BS. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.drsimpson.com/subscribe