Scientific consensus panels going back decades established—“beyond a reasonable doubt”—that lowering LDL cholesterol reduces the risk of heart attacks. Consistent evidence “unequivocally” establishes ...

Your doctor will use these factors to determine a score of how likely you are to experience a heart attack or stroke within 10 years. If your risk is above 7.5 percent, he or she will generally ...

A tasty spice commonly found in curries and stews might help reduce your chances of developing certain severe health ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Postmenopausal women with high total or HDL cholesterol levels have increased risk for heart failure. Providers ...

Perfect cholesterol levels do not guarantee a healthy heart. Dr Vassily Eliopoulos warns that standard tests miss hidden ...

WASHINGTON, DC — One in three children undergoing routine lipid screening in primary-care pediatric clinics have cholesterol levels considered high or borderline high, according to a new analysis [1].

Q: As a nurse for decades, I have seen numerous episodes of negative statin experiences. Most often, the prescribing physician refuses to entertain the possibility of statins as the cause, though when ...