Cholesterol meds—taking by millions of Americans every day—often come with a lifelong prescription, adding out-of-pocket ...

High cholesterol, or hypercholesterolemia, affects nearly 1 in 3 American adults—yet it often goes undetected until a serious event like a heart attack or stroke occurs. It's one of the major ...

Lower your cholesterol with lifestyle and dietary changes, including exercising every day, maintaining a healthy weight, and eating more soluble fiber.

Nearly half of Americans whose cholesterol readings put them at higher risk of heart attack or stroke are not taking medication to drive down that risk, says a new study by the Centers for Disease ...

Can drinking water lower cholesterol? Experts reveal the answer, plus explain the relationship between hydration and ...

In a new strategy for preventing heart attacks and strokes, leading cardiologists are urging their fellow physicians to focus on reducing the LDL cholesterol of patients at greatest risk of suffering ...

If your blood contains too much of the waxy substance called cholesterol, your risk of a heart attack or stroke from a clogged artery goes up. You may have inherited your high cholesterol, but diet ...

Experts know that in adults younger than 65, having high cholesterol levels in your blood can raise your risk for heart attacks and strokes. However, in adults 80 years old and older, researchers have ...

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has recommended new cholesterol level targets to lower the risk of strokes, heart attacks, and premature deaths. The guidance, which ...

In a new strategy for preventing heart attacks and strokes, leading cardiologists are urging their fellow physicians to focus on reducing the LDL cholesterol of patients at greatest risk of suffering ...