Depending on how you look at it, it’s either incredibly frustrating or a major relief that the number one cause of death in the U.S. is preventable. Yes, we’re talking about heart disease. According ...

To stay on top of your health, there are key numbers you need to know. Dr. Akshay Syal joins TODAY with a breakdown of what ...

Regulating cholesterol levels is crucial for heart health. There are two types of cholesterol (we’ll explain the difference between “good” and “bad” shortly), and if you have too much of the kind that ...

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in our county. Understanding your blood pressure and cholesterol numbers is crucial to having a healthier heart. Emmanuel ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I’m 80 years old. My doctor ordered a fasting blood test, which showed that my LDL cholesterol is 119 mg/dL; my HDL is 68 mg/dL; my cholesterol/HDL ratio is 3-to-1; my total ...

Cholesterol. It’s a term often whispered with concern, leaving many wondering if their numbers spell impending doom. But fear not! Understanding cholesterol and its role in heart health empowers you ...

If you are concerned about your risk of developing cardiovascular disease, you’ll usually get a specific blood test to look at your cholesterol levels to see where things stand. At least, that’s how ...

You might think a normal cholesterol report means your heart’s safe—but a Delhi cardiologist says that assumption could be deadly. He recently took to X to highlight one test that can actually predict ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m 80 years old. My doctor ordered a fasting blood test, which showed that my LDL cholesterol is 119 mg/dL; my HDL is 68 mg/dL; my cholesterol/HDL ratio is 3-to-1; my total ...