Pittsburgh researchers develop a genetic tool that detects hidden risks for high LDL cholesterol, aiding early prevention of ...

Heart disease is still the number one cause of death among adults worldwide. High cholesterol levels are one contributor to heart disease.. | Genetics And Genomics ...

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

New insights reveal standard cholesterol tests are insufficient for heart health. Dr. Vassily Eliopoulos highlights that many ...

People who appear fit but carry dangerous fat around their internal organs face the same artery damage as visibly overweight ...

The complete blood count routine test provides a snapshot of your body's blood production and immunity. The test measures a variety of components in your blood, including red blood cells, white blood ...

Cholesterol doesn’t have the same clout as plenty of other heart-related biomarkers. You can’t check the amount of cholesterol (a.k.a. a waxy fat made by your liver) floating in your blood using a ...

ACE inhibitors and ARBs have little to no effect on cholesterol levels. Older beta-blockers and high-dose diuretics may slightly raise LDL cholesterol and lower HDL cholesterol. These changes are ...

September is National Cholesterol Education Month and is the perfect time to find out your cholesterol levels and take steps to prevent or reduce high cholesterol. High cholesterol is a significant ...

West Nile virus is surging across the U.S. this summer, with infections running about 40% higher than normal, according to new reports. The virus is most commonly spread to people through the bite of ...