Lipoprotein(a) is a genetically inherited cholesterol particle that significantly increases the risk of premature ...

Highlights from dyslipidemia research presented at the American College of Cardiology Scientific Sessions 2026, focusing on ...

Medically reviewed by Michael Menna, DO Key Takeaways Hormonal changes in women, like menopause, can increase ...

Elevated levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol were associated with an increased long-term risk for new-onset fractures in men, but not in women. "When advocating for cardiovascular ...

Klein is a contributor for TIME. Klein is a contributor for TIME. Most of the time, you want your cholesterol to be low—ideally less than 150 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL). But as you likely know ...

New research found that high levels of ‘good cholesterol’ in the blood were associated with an increased risk of glaucoma, an incurable condition that leads to vision loss. The findings call for ...

High cholesterol itself typically doesn't have noticeable symptoms. A blood test is the only way to find out if you have it.

Fluctuating LDL and total cholesterol levels in older adults may indicate increased dementia and cognitive decline risk. Higher cholesterol variability correlates with a greater incidence of dementia ...

Beef tallow, a traditional cooking fat, contains a high proportion of saturated fatty acids, which can raise cholesterol ...

GlobalData’s patient-based forecast predicts that MSD’s enlicitide will achieve blockbuster status in 2031.