Lipoprotein(a) or Lp(a) is a genetically controlled risk factor for a heart attack. Cardiologist explains why it's important to be aware of your levels.

Cholesterol is a form of fat we need. It helps make the outer membranes of our bodies' cells stable. But for decades, doctors have known that people with high total cholesterol levels are more likely ...

A cholesterol report marked “normal” brings relief to anyone waiting for it. Many people read it as a clean bill of heart ...

It’s not just the cholesterol in your diet that matters when you’re trying to lower your cholesterol levels.

And menopause marks an essential time for women to check in on their health. Read More: How to Lower Your Cholesterol Naturally Before women go through menopause, which typically arrives around age 51 ...

This column is the first in a series about risk factors for atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries), the cause of several health problems, including heart attacks — the number one cause of death ...