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Cholesterol Levels Appear to Be Improving Among US Youths
August 7, 2012 — In a study involving more than 16,000 U.S. children and adolescents, there has been a decrease in average total cholesterol levels over the past 2 decades, although almost 1 in 10 had elevated total ... > full story -
Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs May Be Linked to Increased Cataract Risk
August 7, 2012 — Patients using cholesterol-lowering statin drugs may be at increased risk of developing age-related cataracts, according to a ... > full story -
Shift Work Linked to Increased Risk of Heart Attack and Stroke
July 27, 2012 — Shift work is associated with an increased risk of major vascular problems, such as heart attacks and strokes, concludes a new ... > full story -
Study Identifies Receptor's Role in Regulating Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes
July 26, 2012 — A recent study demonstrates that the A2b-type adenosine receptor, A2bAR, plays a significant role in the regulation of high fat, high cholesterol diet-induced symptoms of type 2 ... > full story -
New Lipid Screening Guidelines for Children Overly Aggressive, Experts Say
July 23, 2012 — Recent guidelines recommending cholesterol tests for children fail to weigh health benefits against potential harms and costs, according to a new ... > full story -
First Polypill Trial in People Selected on Age Alone (50 and Over) Shows Substantial Health Benefit
July 18, 2012 — Results of a randomized trial show that a four-component Polypill given to people aged 50 and over to reduce their risk of heart attack and stroke, the most common causes of death worldwide, achieved ... > full story -
Kawasaki Disease in Childhood Linked to Increased Risk of Adult Heart Disease
July 17, 2012 — Researchers have linked Kawasaki Disease, a serious childhood illness that causes inflammation of blood vessels throughout the body, with early-onset and accelerated atherosclerosis, a leading cause ... > full story -
Measuring HDL Particles as Opposed to HDL Cholesterol Is a a Better Indicator of Coronary Heart Disease, Study Suggests
July 11, 2012 — Researchers have discovered that measuring HDL particles as opposed to HDL cholesterol is a much better indicator of coronary heart ... > full story -
Naturally Occurring Molecule May Prevent Atherosclerosis
July 11, 2012 — Researchers have discovered that a naturally occurring molecule may play a role in preventing plaque buildup inside arteries, possibly leading to new plaque-fighting drugs and improved screening of ... > full story -
Turning Off Key Piece of Genetic Coding Eliminates Toxic Effect of Statins, Study Suggests
July 9, 2012 — A new study sheds light on cholesterol and bile metabolism in the ... > full story
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