Despite the prevalence of cardiovascular disease, many people are unclear about the role their genes play and how to lower ...

Mirum Pharmaceuticals' Ctexli wins FDA approval for CTX, a rare lipid storage disease. The company projects 2025 global sales of $420–$435 million.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Mirum Pharmaceuticals' genetic disorder drug on Friday, making it the first ...

"Our findings in this study leave no room for doubt," said University of São Paulo researcher Isabela Benseñor.

Elevated high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) is associated with an increased risk for glaucoma, while elevated low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), total cholesterol (TC), and ...

Cholesterol comes in two main forms, both of which are essential for the body to function normally. High-density lipoproteins ...

If you've ever had an eye on high cholesterol, that cozy bowl of goodness—yes, oatmeal!—may deliver two unique advantages to ...

Cholesterol is a necessary substance in the body, but too much of it can lead to clogged arteries, increasing the risk of ...

Q: Why don’t some medical professionals recognize norovirus more readily? My friend had vomiting with diarrhea, stomach cramps and fever. When she described her illness to me via text, I suggested it ...

Oxysterols are a class of molecules derived from cholesterol via oxidation or as byproducts of cholesterol synthesis.

Representatives with Shasta Regional Medical Center in Redding are answering the community's questions about heart health.

While long-term heart health requires consistent lifestyle changes, this three-day cholesterol reset can help you see quick ...