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A recent survey has found that less than half of patients are warned about the dangers of triglycerides even though high levels of the fats can double the risk of coronary artery disease. Researchers at The National Lipid Association suggest that patients ask their doctors about their triglyceride levels, since medications like Lopid, Lifibra, and Tricor are available to help lower triglycerides and their associated risks.
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