high cholesterol
Coverage of high cholesterol in the Nexus archive.
- I lost my job after burnout. It became the fresh start I needed.
Mary Roberts lost her job due to burnout and health issues, leading her to transform her lifestyle by losing 125 pounds through exercise and diet changes. She is now launching a consultancy and focuses on health and self-care.
- I Prescribe Diet Changes Every Week. Med School Barely Taught Me Anything Relevant.
The article states that the author prescribes diet changes weekly as a first-line treatment for type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol, which are prevalent conditions in American clinics. The author criticizes medical school for providing minimal relevant education on diet and nutrition.
- FDA approves new kind of cholesterol pill
The FDA has approved the first oral PCSK9 inhibitor to lower LDL cholesterol in adults with high cholesterol. This new cholesterol pill represents a novel treatment option for managing elevated cholesterol levels.
- PT Health Watch: Why high cholesterol is easy to miss but dangerous to ignore
PT Health Watch interviewed Happiness Akinde, a medical doctor, to discuss the hidden dangers of high cholesterol, including who is most at risk, the importance of regular screening, and how everyday habits can silently increase cholesterol levels.
- The slim, fit and 'healthy' people harbouring silent high cholesterol: Top cardiologist reveals red flags everyone must know
The article highlights that slim and fit individuals may still have high cholesterol without obvious symptoms. A top cardiologist warns about red flags indicating hidden cholesterol issues, emphasizing the importance of awareness for everyone.
- Your resting heart rate could reveal more about your health than you think, doctors say
Resting heart rate, measured when awake and calm, indicates overall health. A rate between 60-100 BPM is normal for adults, with lower rates common in athletes. Abnormal rates may signal health issues like anemia or thyroid problems, and consulting a doctor is advised if rates are consistently too high or low.
- Gene-editing startups are using CRISPR to treat diseases
Gene-editing startups are utilizing CRISPR technology to develop therapies targeting specific epigenetic markers. These treatments aim to address conditions such as high cholesterol and a rare muscular disorder.
- STAT+: Five biotech news updates to stay on top of today
Eli Lilly’s gene-editing data shows promise for treating high cholesterol, an AI drug discovery CEO addressed industry hype, and the new interim FDA chief has received positive initial reactions. The article highlights key biotech developments impacting science and regulatory landscapes.
- New treatment cuts bad cholesterol by nearly 50% without statins
Researchers have developed DNA-based molecules that block the PCSK9 protein, reducing LDL cholesterol levels by nearly 50% and offering a statin-free alternative for treating high cholesterol and heart disease.
- Scientists remove “zombie” cells and reverse liver damage in mice
Scientists identified 'zombie' immune cells that accumulate with age and high cholesterol, contributing to liver inflammation and damage. Removing these cells in mice reversed liver damage without dietary changes, offering potential insights for treating aging-related and metabolic diseases.