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indiatoday.intoday.inworld11 days ago
Study Finds Cholesterol and Blood Pressure Levels Similar in Obese and Normal-Weight Adults Over 40
A study of nearly one million adults across seven countries found that cholesterol and blood pressure differences between people with obesity and those with normal BMI have narrowed or disappeared among those aged 40 and over. The convergence is attributed to greater use of stati…
livemint.comworld43 days ago
Eli Lilly Tests One-Time Gene-Editing Infusion for High Cholesterol
Eli Lilly is conducting early trials of VERVE-102, a gene-editing therapy designed to lower LDL cholesterol after a single four-hour infusion. An initial study of 35 participants showed LDL reductions of up to 62 percent, with effects lasting up to 18 months in more than one-thir…
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dailywire.comscience47 days ago
CDC Encourages Regular Checkups to Track Key Health Numbers
The agency posted a reminder that routine doctor visits can monitor blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar, and weight or BMI. The message targets chronic disease prevention and women's health.
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prnewswire.comscience50 days ago
Researchers Report Kilogram-Scale Synthesis of Cholesterol Drug Enlicitide
A Science study describes a new production method for enlicitide, a peptide in Phase 3 trials for lowering LDL cholesterol. The route uses engineered enzymes and crystallization steps to reduce reaction count and raise yield.
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Usa Todayscience52 days ago
Certain Foods Can Raise LDL Cholesterol Levels
Nutrition experts note that some foods often viewed as healthy contain compounds or nutrients that can increase LDL cholesterol. Moderation and overall diet patterns remain central to managing cholesterol levels.
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New Cholesterol Guidelines Recommend Earlier Screening and Testing for Adults
The American College of Cardiology and other medical organizations released new cholesterol guidelines last month. The recommendations advise adults to begin cholesterol checks at age 19 every five years and include testing for Lipoprotein(a). The guidelines emphasize lowering LD…