Advances in genetic testing are improving the understanding of a variety of inherited cardiovascular diseases, but not all cardiologists are aware of the benefits and risks of incorporating genetic ...

Heart disease is the world’s leading cause of mortality, comprising 32% of all deaths. But that doesn’t mean people are powerless against the condition — there are some steps they can take to help ...

Joseph Saseen, PharmD, discussed the importance of knowing lipoprotein a (Lp[a]) levels to enable clinicians to provide the best patient care and spread awareness to those who might be affected. Given ...

Routine testing for a specific lipoprotein known as Lp(a) would be a cost-saving way to significantly reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and save lives, according to an international research ...

Since 2015, about 0.2% of the U.S. population has had their lipoprotein(a), or Lp(a), levels checked. (JACC: Advances) A viral TikTok video features a woman complaining that her primary care doctor ...

An observational analysis tied constipation to incident cardiovascular disease (CVD). (JACC: Asia) Since 2015, about 0.2% of the U.S. population has had their lipoprotein(a), or Lp(a), levels checked.

But that doesn’t mean people are powerless against the condition — there are some steps they can take to help reduce the risk. In addition to adopting healthier lifestyle habits, getting a specific ...