May 09, 2012: Angioplasty May Be Risky for Those With Poor Leg Circulation
Procedure to open heart arteries linked to raised death rate in people with peripheral artery disease

April 19, 2012: Diabetes Groups Issue New Guidelines on Blood Sugar
Type 2 illness can't be treated with one-size-fits-all approach, new recommendations advise

March 26, 2012: Low 'Bad' Cholesterol Levels May Be Linked to Cancer Risk
Preliminary study found patients had low LDL cholesterol years before cancer diagnosis

March 17, 2012: Following Heart-Healthy Behaviors May Lengthen Your Life
Study found those who stuck by all seven guidelines lived longer than those who didn't

March 16, 2012: Researcher Uses Genomics to Predict His Odds for Disease
It's another example of the future of 'personalized medicine,' scientists say

March 15, 2012: New Clues to Link Between Fatty Diet, Colon Cancer
Researchers found genetic changes that affect how body uses insulin

February 08, 2012: Big Drop in Americans' Blood Levels of Trans Fats, CDC Says
New findings focus on whites but studies on other groups underway

February 07, 2012: Even for the Overweight, Exercise Helps the Heart
Study finds changes in physical fitness affect disease risk at any weight

January 30, 2012: Blood Pressure Differences Between Arms Could Signal Heart Risk
Peripheral vascular disease may lead to stroke or early death, researchers say

January 27, 2012: Too Much Fructose Sweetener Tied to Heart Risks in Teens
Study finds high consumption associated with early signs of diabetes, other health issues

December 15, 2011: Poor Lifestyles Harming U.S. Heart Health: Report
Comprehensive update shows Americans gaining weight, eating more junk food, exercising less

December 06, 2011: Gene Mutation Helps Clear Fats From Blood, Study Finds
But it is unknown if the beneficial effect actually cuts heart risks, researchers say

November 30, 2011: Toddlers Taking HIV Drugs Have Higher Cholesterol
Children on protease inhibitors should have cholesterol monitored, researchers recommend

November 14, 2011: Shot Might One Day Help Lower Cholesterol
In early trial, it lowered LDL levels by up to 64 percent

November 11, 2011: New Guidelines Urge Cholesterol Check for All Kids Ages 9 to 11
Recommendations a shift from testing only children with family history of heart disease

November 09, 2011: New Research Questions Wisdom of Cutting Down on Salt
While doing so lowers blood pressure, it might raise cholesterol, other risk factors for heart disease

October 05, 2011: 3 Hours of Exercise Weekly Can Cut Men's Heart Risks
Study found lowered risk related to higher levels of 'good' cholesterol

September 26, 2011: More Frequent Doctor Visits May Benefit Diabetes Patients
Quicker control of blood glucose, blood pressure and cholesterol might reduce complications, study says

September 16, 2011: Cholesterol Deposits Around Eyes Linked to Heart Risk
Researchers find an association, but don't prove 'cause and effect,' study says

September 14, 2011: Certain Risk Factors Could Spur Heart Failure in Normal-Weight People
High blood pressure, cholesterol, insulin levels worse than obesity for some, study finds

September 13, 2011: New Drug Boosts 'Good' Cholesterol in Study Patients
Imaging technology suggests novel treatment may help prevent some heart disease, researchers say

September 12, 2011: High Cholesterol Might Be Linked to Alzheimer's Disease
Unclear whether it may cause the devastating illness or is a sign of it, researcher says

August 29, 2011: Health Tip: Why Do I Have High Cholesterol?
Factors that raise your risk

August 23, 2011: Certain Foods Said to Help Lower Bad Cholesterol
Combining nuts, plant-based foods with low-fat diet produces biggest drops, researchers say

August 12, 2011: Patients Taking Antipsychotics Urged to Get Routine Physicals
These meds linked to risk factors for heart disease, diabetes and stroke, researchers say

June 22, 2011: Smoking During Pregnancy May Predispose Kids to Heart Trouble
Children of mothers who smoked had lower levels of 'good' cholesterol, study says

May 27, 2011: Scientists Discover 'Ultra-Bad' Cholesterol
Study of super-sticky LDL may spur new heart disease treatments for seniors, type 2 diabetics

May 24, 2011: Health Tip: The Dangers of Having High Cholesterol
It raises your risk of a host of diseases

May 20, 2011: Experts Say Cholesterol Screenings Should Start in Childhood
They hope early testing will lead to diet, lifestyle changes and more successful treatment

April 12, 2011: An Apple a Day May Help Keep Heart Disease Away
Dried apples lower bad cholesterol, study found

April 07, 2011: Racial Disparities Remain for Health Care for Vets
VA has made improvements, but more needs to be done, study says

March 11, 2011: Fat Alone, Not Where It Sits, May Be Key to Heart Problems
Study upends long-held belief that apple-shaped people face highest risk

March 08, 2011: 'Good' Cholesterol May Cut Colon Cancer Risk
Anti-inflammatory properties of HDL cholesterol may ward off cancer, researchers say

February 23, 2011: More Evidence Ties Moderate Drinking to Heart Health
Two new studies find a drink or two a day may cut disease risk, boost 'good' cholesterol

February 22, 2011: High Triglyceride Levels Linked to Increased Stroke Risk: Study
Researchers suggest this blood fat should become part of prevention guidelines

February 01, 2011: Half of Adults Have Hypertension or High Cholesterol: CDC
Many Americans with these conditions are not treated effectively, health officials say

January 12, 2011: High Level of 'Good' Cholesterol Alone May Not Protect Heart
How well HDL functions may matter more than how high the level is, research suggests

January 10, 2011: Sugary Drinks, Foods Might Put Teens at Risk for Heart Disease
Study found those who consumed the most showed more signs of pending cardiovascular trouble

January 03, 2011: Healthy Habits in Youth Tied to Better Adult Cholesterol Levels
Poor lifestyle factors such as gaining body fat, smoking linked to high-risk levels, study finds

December 30, 2010: Urban Wildlife Adopt Not-so-Healthful Human Diet, Study Finds
Processed foods may contribute to high cholesterol seen in foxes, raccoons

December 28, 2010: For Cholesterol Control, Experts Urge More Than Meds
Without lifestyle changes too, people remain susceptible to chronic health problems

December 28, 2010: Woman Struggles to Control Cholesterol
Diet, exercise, medication employed to cope with extraordinarily high levels

December 20, 2010: Psoriasis Linked to Raised Heart Risks
40% of study patients with skin disorder had factors such as diabetes, obesity

November 29, 2010: Kids Who Eat Fruits, Veggies May Cut Heart Risk
And threats to heart can be seen in children as young as 9, second study says

November 17, 2010: Experimental Drug Raises Good Cholesterol Levels in Early Trial
Results need to be confirmed in larger studies, experts note

November 11, 2010: High Cholesterol in Middle Age May Not Raise Dementia Risk for Women
Small Swedish study refutes conventional wisdom, but some experts skeptical

November 09, 2010: Higher Statin Doses Linked to Fewer Heart Attacks, Stroke
Strategy reduced risk but increased side effects, researchers found

November 01, 2010: Adding Monounsaturated Fats to Diet May Boost Heart Health
Study found evidence of higher 'good' cholesterol levels and decreased 'bad' levels

September 24, 2010: Cholesterol Levels Count in Kidney Disease Patients: Study
When malnutrition, inflammation are not present, high levels raise heart disease risk, research shows

August 10, 2010: Cholesterol Levels Fluctuate With Menstrual Cycle
Readings should be done at the same time in woman's cycle, researchers say