These two numbers reveal how much plaque may be building in your arteries.

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I am in my 30s and overweight, but I thought I was too young to worry about cholesterol. I just learned my cholesterol is high. I know diet and exercise are important. Do I need ...

Almost 25 million adults in the U.S. have high cholesterol, which puts them at a higher risk for a heart attack or stroke in ...

A cardiologist says total cholesterol doesn’t reveal true heart disease risk—and points to six lipid markers that offer a clearer, more accurate picture of cardiovascular health.

Getting your cholesterol checked and talking with your doctor about steps to control high cholesterol could save your life. If you, or someone you love, has experienced a heart attack or stroke, you ...

A cholesterol report marked “normal” brings relief to anyone waiting for it. Many people read it as a clean bill of heart ...