Learn how to reduce heart disease risk

Heart disease is the leading cause of death among both men and women in the United States. More than 25 percent of all deaths are from heart disease, and it is a leading cause of disability.

Study Finds Women Benefit From Statins

Who benefits more from cholesterol-lowering drugs called statins – men or women? Turns out, they both benefit.

Trans fat rules rejected as burden on food industry

Health Minister Leona Aglukkaq is standing firm on taking a voluntary approach with the food industry on trans fat, even though newly released documents show her department was ready to impose regulations ...

Quarterly blood screenings available

Sterling Regional MedCenter will be offering Lipid Profile + Glucose screenings for $25. Studies have shown that high cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease.

Early Signs of Heart Disease in Young

Study Finds Obesity, Cholesterol, Clogs Arteries of Youth