Tag

Cholesterol

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High lipoprotein(a) raised heart risk as much after 70 as before, in 103,341 Danes aged 20 to 100

Sep 22, 2026

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Statins in healthy over-70s cut heart attacks and strokes by 30% but did not extend disability-free life

Sep 22, 2026

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Dietary cholesterol sent the liver's LDL receptors to be destroyed, in cells and mice

Sep 21, 2026

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A statin alternative cut serious leg artery events by 36% in people who cannot take statins

Sep 6, 2026