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Toddlers with a common genetic fault can have 'hidden' cholesterol levels twice an adult, putting them at risk of heart attacks and strokes. Rianna Wingett, died of a heart attack age 11.
NHS guidance, aimed at cutting cholesterol levels, could mean 145,000 fewer heart attacks and strokes in the next decade
Two million people will be advised to boost their statin dose in order to slash their cholesterol levels under new NHS targets.
GPs have been refusing to prescribe a twice-yearly drug which slashes the levels of so-called 'bad' cholesterol. Broadcaster Mariella Frostrup, pictured, said she has used the 'lifesaving drug'.
Are we on the brink of a cure for heart disease? That was the question being whispered at the American Heart Association annual conference in Philadelphia last week.