Posts tagged with: HDL

Not Just a Number: Spotlight on Cholesterol

Posted on 1 July 2011 by Dr. Howard Zahalsky, Medical Director

Posted in , Individuals & FamiliesWorkplace Wellness

Hyperlipidemia, also known as high cholesterol, is a significant cause of heart disease, which is still the leading cause of death in the United States. Like most medical problems, it can be treated successfully, but only if you know you have it. So, getting regular screening for high cholesterol is very important. It is wise to begin yearly testing starting at age 40.

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Tags: PHR, personal health record, heart disease, blood pressure, tracking blood pressure, stroke, heart attack, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, LDL, HDL