You might have high LDL cholesterol and not even know it. We spoke to experts about how to monitor this health stat so you ...

Major medical organizations updated the cholesterol playbook for the first time in years, with new risk tools, lower targets and earlier treatment recommendations.

Exercise is widely celebrated for its heart-strengthening benefits and ability to regulate cholesterol over time. Yet, it may come as a surprise to learn that for some individuals, physical activity ...

Eleven medical organizations advised changes to preventive cardiac care that it says could markedly reduce heart attacks and ...

For primary prevention patients at high risk, such as those with a 10-year risk > 10%, the LDL target is less than 70 mg/dL (class 2a recommendation). For this group, treatment begins with a ...

This article is brought to you by Ochsner Health. My cholesterol has been on the rise for the past few years – and not just a slow creep. For most of my life, my LDL (often referred to as ‘bad’ ...

Which is good cholesterol HDL or LDL and what are the key differences to know when understanding your cholesterol levels and heart health.