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What are statins? And can healthy people use them to prevent heart disease and dementia?
Recent studies investigate whether early statin use can lower dementia risk and prevent heart disease.
Cholesterol
39 trends tracked about this subject — the full history, oldest to newest below.
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DNA treatment cuts bad cholesterol by nearly 50% without statins
A new gene-editing DNA treatment may permanently reduce bad cholesterol by nearly 50% through a single administration, bypassing the need for statins.
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It’s Best to Control LDL Cholesterol Before Starting HRT
New medical insights suggest managing LDL cholesterol levels is a critical prerequisite before initiating menopause hormone replacement therapy.
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Cholesterol drug setback casts doubt over multibillion-dollar race
A failed Novartis clinical trial for a cholesterol drug has triggered a biopharma selloff and cast doubt on competing efforts by Amgen and Eli Lilly.
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Novartis Says Closely Watched Cholesterol Study Failed to Meet Goal
1 news sources are covering this Business story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
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Major update for anyone taking Atorvastatin and Simvastatin in UK
UK patients using Atorvastatin and Simvastatin for high cholesterol are facing a major update effective September 2026.
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An Experimental Single-Time Treatment Slashed Cholesterol for a Year
5 news sources are covering this Business story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
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This Popular Fruit May Help Lower ‘Bad’ Cholesterol, According to a New Study
6 news sources are covering this Health story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
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Why choosing low-fat dairy is not necessarily better for your health
New evidence suggests full-fat dairy may improve overall diet quality without the previously expected increase in cholesterol levels.
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Cheese Lovers Unite: The Benefits of Full-Fat Dairy Documented in Study Without Cholesterol Rise or Weight Gain
A new Canadian study suggests full-fat dairy consumption does not lead to weight gain or increased cholesterol, challenging long-held low-fat dietary norms.
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The sneaky kind of cholesterol that may be threatening your heart health
Recent health reports highlight Lipoprotein(a) as a hidden genetic heart risk that can threaten cardiovascular health even when standard cholesterol levels appear normal.
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Cardiologist names the one superfood that may help lower your cholesterol
3 news sources are covering this Health story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
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For decades, we were told to choose low-fat dairy. New research says otherwise
Recent scientific research challenges decades of dietary advice by suggesting full-fat dairy does not negatively impact cholesterol or weight.
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Viagra could do more than advertised as study reveals surprising health superpower
A new study suggests Viagra may possess a health superpower by potentially slowing the spread of cancer cells.
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As FDA makes Lipfendra poster child of CNPV pilot, Merck charts long-term path for first PCSK9 pill
The FDA approves the first oral PCSK9 pill, Lipfendra, as Merck charts a long-term path.
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Lipfendra vs statins: How these cholesterol-lowering drugs compare
Recent coverage examines how Lipfendra compares to traditional statins for lowering cholesterol.
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5 Breakfast Mistakes That Could Be Raising Your Cholesterol—and What to Do Instead
Recent reporting examines daily breakfast habits, oatmeal preparation, and dietary adjustments linked to managing cholesterol levels.
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A Better Way to Manage Cholesterol Is Here. This is What to Do—and What to Ignore.
New medical insights and studies are reshaping how millions of Americans may approach cholesterol management and statin eligibility.
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New, more efficient pill to lower cholesterol
FDA approves first oral PCSK9 inhibitor for adults with high cholesterol, changing treatment options.
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2026 cholesterol guidelines: Why 1 in 3 adults are above safe limits
3 news sources are covering this Health story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
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New US guidelines may affect how young adults manage ‘bad’ cholesterol
Updated US medical guidelines are expanding statin eligibility, potentially impacting how millions of young adults manage 'bad' cholesterol.
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6 Worst Foods for High Cholesterol, According to Cardiologists and Dietitians
Health experts are highlighting specific dietary modifications and a list of the six worst foods to avoid for those managing high cholesterol levels.
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An avocado a day keeps the doctor away: new study
Recent studies examine how daily avocado consumption impacts heart disease risk, cholesterol, and cognitive function.
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Merck gets US FDA nod for first-in-its-class oral cholesterol drug
Merck has achieved a regulatory milestone with the FDA approval of Lipfendra, the first-of-its-kind oral treatment for reducing cholesterol.
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Game-changing cholesterol pill wins FDA approval after cutting LDL nearly 60%
The FDA has approved Merck's Lipfendra, the first oral PCSK9 drug capable of lowering LDL cholesterol by nearly 60%.
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The F.D.A. Approves a New Pill to Slash Cholesterol Levels
The FDA has approved a first-of-its-kind daily oral pill from Merck designed to slash cholesterol levels.
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What Is LDL Cholesterol and How Do You Lower It?
Updated medical guidelines and expert dietary advice are driving a surge in public interest regarding LDL cholesterol management and heart health.
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Researchers uncover possible cause of muscle pain from widely used cholesterol medication
7 news sources are covering this Health story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
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Millions may be getting the wrong cholesterol test
10 news sources are covering this Health story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
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What are statins? The uses and side effects of cholesterol medication
New medical tools and clinical insights are challenging long-held beliefs about statin side effects and muscle pain.
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Eating one food 'twice a week' cuts high cholesterol and protects heart health
Recent reporting examines dietary changes aimed at lowering bad cholesterol and protecting heart health.
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A New Way to Lower High Cholesterol Levels is Found
Researchers have identified a hidden liver mechanism that targets LDL receptors, offering a potential new alternative to statin drugs for cholesterol control.
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Serious statin side effects on muscles are extremely rare, new research confirms
New Oxford research confirms serious statin muscle side effects are extremely rare, introducing a personalized risk calculator.
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How long-term dietary cholesterol can slow down its own clearance by liver cells
Recent scientific coverage details how long-term dietary cholesterol consumption can slow down its own clearance by liver cells.
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4 Things to Avoid Every Day If You’re Watching Your Cholesterol
Health outlets are prioritizing dietary strategies for cholesterol management, emphasizing specific daily food choices and restrictions.
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Non-Statin Ways To Lower Your Cholesterol That Doctors Actually Recommend
5 news sources are covering this Health story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
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The Diet That May Lower Bad Cholesterol 'As Much As A Statin'
Medical reports highlight a four-pillar diet regimen as a potential nutritional approach to managing cholesterol levels.
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What Eating Sourdough Does to Your Blood Sugar, According to Nutritionists
Nutrition-focused media coverage is highlighting the physiological impacts of daily breakfast staples like sourdough and oatmeal.
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A Major Update Just Hit Cholesterol Guidelines
Medical organizations have released updated cholesterol guidelines focused on precision lipidology and updated clinical management strategies.