A new cardiovascular calculator targeting individuals aged 30-79 years can help prevent atherosclerotic cardiovascular ...
Leading medical groups have released new guidelines for managing cholesterol, calling for earlier screening, lower LDL ...
Major medical organizations updated the cholesterol playbook for the first time in years, with new risk tools, lower targets ...
New guidelines recommend considering cholesterol-lowering statins in the 30s, screening all adults for hidden risk factors ...
ACC/AHA guidance also gives boost to non-cholesterol tests ...
Cholesterol is a form of fat we need. It helps make the outer membranes of our bodies' cells stable. But for decades, doctors have known that people with high total cholesterol levels are more likely ...
As part of our FUELED Lenten Wellness series, we’re talking through common health questions with practical, real-life ...
Total cholesterol levels of 125-200 mg/dL are optimal for heart health. Genetics, diet, activity levels, smoking, and excessive drinking can affect your cholesterol levels. Regular exercise and a ...
The risk of myocardial infarction in patients with and without atherosclerosis is best predicted by the number of apolipoprotein B (apoB)-containing lipoproteins, and this risk is independent from the ...
Many undesirable health conditions come with early warning signs. Take gaining weight, for instance. You know immediately that you've put on pounds because your clothes fit poorly -- or perhaps not at ...