Top Cholesterol News
Staying informed is the key to battling cholesterol. Treatments, diet, and suggested excercise are all constantly changing. You'll also be surprised to learn what other factors can affect the health of your bloodstream.
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Crestor approved for kids with high cholesterol
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the cholesterol-lowering drug Crestor for kids with a genetic condition that causes high cholesterol. Read Summary > -
Drinking may help the heart--but with risks
Drinking alcohol has been found to have some positive effects on cardiovascular health, but experts say the health risks associated with drinking far outweigh the potential benefits. Read Summary > -
Statin muscle pain linked to gene mutation
Scientists at Duke University have found that people who take cholesterol-lowering statins and who have a common gene mutation are more likely to have muscle aches related to the drugs' use. Read Summary > -
Vitamin B doesn't help the heart: study
The results of a new study suggest that taking vitamin B supplements is unlikely to help prevent strokes and heart attacks in people who suffer from or have risk factors for heart disease. Read Summary > -
Statin muscle pain linked to gene mutation
Scientists at Duke University have found that people who take cholesterol-lowering statins and who have a common gene mutation are more likely to have muscle aches related to the drugs' use. Read Summary > -
Is your heart healthy? Touch your toes to find out
If you're over 40 and can sit on the ground and reach past your toes it may indicate that your arteries are also flexible. Read Summary > -
How to call in sick without losing your job
Experts discuss the best ways to call in sick without jeopardizing your job, including how to make the call and which days of the week will arouse the most suspicion if you consistently choose them to call in sick. Read Summary > -
Inexpensive drug combo may prevent heart attack, stroke
According to new research, giving a daily statin and ACE-inhibitor to people at high risk for having a heart attack or stroke may reduce their chances of such a cardiac event by more than 60 percent. Read Summary >
