Major changes are coming to how doctors recommend Americans think about their cholesterol levels, courtesy of a change to ...

Heart disease is still the leading cause of death—and experts now say waiting too long to test your cholesterol could put you ...

If you are concerned about your risk of developing cardiovascular disease, you’ll usually get a specific blood test to look at your cholesterol levels to see where things stand. At least, that’s how ...

New recommendations suggest that some people should start trying to lower their cholesterol as early as age 30.

New guidelines for managing cholesterol call for more aggressive prevention and earlier treatment, including a recommendation that all adults be tested once for lipoprotein(a), a genetic risk marker ...

ApoB testing outperforms traditional cholesterol measures in preventing heart attacks and strokes while remaining ...

A nutritionist has revealed her top tips for keeping your cholesterol in check. The dietary expert outlined which foods to ...

The joint document, published simultaneously in the journals JACC and Circulation, addresses not just cholesterol, but a full range of blood lipids that contribute to atherosclerosis — the buildup of ...

Plus, how often you should get your levels checked.

High cholesterol is a common health issue, especially in older people. Many people believe that cholesterol is only influenced by diet and lifestyle choices. Little do they know, family history or ...