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The article focuses on an observational imaging study that reveals patients with high lipoprotein(a) (Lp[a]) levels have a higher coronary plaque burden and faster plaque progression than those with low levels. It discusses that the study suggests that the increased risk of major adverse cardiovascular events in patients with high Lp(a) levels may be due to Lp(a) increasing inflammatory signaling in the plaque, making it more prone to rupture.

The article offers information on the promising first results of a gene therapy, VERVE-101, designed to reduce low-density lipoprotein cholesterol in patients with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia. It discusses that the therapy, based on in vivo DNA-based editing, demonstrated dose-dependent reductions in LDL cholesterol and PCSK9 protein levels, marking a significant step in gene therapy for lipid management.

Feb. 10--This time of the year, avocados are tasty and plentiful. And nutritionally, they are high in monounsaturated fat -- the fat that helps lower LDL (bad) and helps increase [...]

Byline: Barbara Hendel Jan. 25--The estimated 500 attendees felt no guilt Saturday night by indulging in the Chocolate Soiree: An Evening to Indulge, presented by the Junior League of Toledo [...]

Q: Are there any health problems a mother might face because she did not or could not breastfeed? --- C.L., Orlando A: There are a number of diseases linked to [...]

Since Indians are highly prone to diabetes and about 5.7 crore of them are estimated to get the disease by 2025, Indian health experts have brought out a new diet [...]

CHANDIGARH: Intense workouts may supply one with the six-pack abs and a great looking body, but when it comes to maintaining good health, a simple brisk walk can do wonders [...]

Choosing foods that lower blood cholesterol levels is an important element in the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease. Calories: consume a diet that contains just enough calories to support [...]

Trans fats offer up an intriguing window into the evolving science of nutrition. In the 1980s, public pressure led many restaurants to stop using saturated fats such as beef tallow [...]

Q I'm confused. A story in your newspaper flaunted the health benefits of flaxseed. But I understand that as far as omega 3's go, the chemical composition of flax oil [...]

When you keep your cholesterol in check, your heart, brain, kidney and other vital organs function well. Tips to lower total cholesterol (bad cholesterol) *****Instead of simple carbohydrate (refined flour, [...]

Cholesterol drugs urged for some kids Some children as young as 8 should be given cholesterol-fighting drugs, the American Academy of Pediatrics is set to recommend today. The advice is [...]

Merck will continue to develop one of the most watched drugs in the pharmaceutical industry, saying that it would push an experimental medicine designed to raise so-called 'good' cholesterol into [...]

Byline: TOM VALEO Our national obsession with cholesterol routinely ignores a significant fact - the majority of people with cardiovascular disease have normal cholesterol levels. Clearly, something else contributes to [...]

Byline: LEONARD ZEHR; BIOTECHNOLOGY REPORTER Heart-warming or heart-breaking? It's a sure bet drug developer Liponex Inc. will be feeling one of those things at the end of February when it [...]

Byline: SCOTT HENSLEY AND RON WINSLOW; WALL STREET JOURNAL STAFF: Avery Johnson contributed to this article. The demise of a potential blockbuster drug designed to replace the powerhouse Lipitor throws [...]

(Full text of statement. Contact details below.) MEDIA RELEASE PR38735 ACCORD Lipid Study Brings new Hope to People With Type 2 Diabetes and Atherogenic Dyslipidemia Says International Academic Foundation ATLANTA, [...]

Boston, Mar 08, 2010 (MidnightTrader via COMTEX) -- Isis Pharmaceuticals (ISIS) announced it earned a $6 million milestone payment from Bristol-Myers Squibb Company (BMY) related to the acceptance of initial [...]

Tucson, AZ -- The following information was released by the University of Arizona: According to the American Heart Organization, 'obesity is now recognized as a major risk factor for coronary [...]

ATHENS, Ga -- The following information was released by the University of Georgia: The University Health Center will offer UGA students, faculty and staff cholesterol screenings on Feb. 8-11 and [...]

Dec 23, 2009 (Datamonitor Financial Deals Tracker via COMTEX) -- The Medicines Company, a pharmaceutical company, has signed an exclusive worldwide licensing agreement with Pfizer, Inc., a research-based pharmaceutical company, [...]

Dec 23, 2009 (SmarTrend(R) News Watch via COMTEX) -- 12/23/2009 aEUR' The Medicines Co. (NASDAQ:MDCO) announced the exclusive worldwide licensing of ApoA-I Milano from Pfizer (NYSE:PFE). ApoA-I Milano is a [...]

PARSIPPANY, NJ and NEW YORK, NY, Dec 22, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- The Medicines Company (NASDAQ: MDCO) today announced the exclusive worldwide licensing of ApoA-I Milano from Pfizer Inc. […]

DALLAS, TX -- The following information was released by the American Heart Association (AHA): High-density lipoprotein (HDL), known as "good" cholesterol, isn't as protective for people with type 2 diabetes, [...]

Data Demonstrate that the Danger of Low Levels of HDL is Not Reduced By Statin Treatment BOSTON, Nov. 17 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Data released today at the American Heart Association (AHA) [...]

May 14--Oats are cheap, filling and lower bad cholesterol levels. And they're having a moment, appearing on menus in trendy, single-serve, fruit-studded versions at Starbucks and Jamba Juice. These nutritional [...]

May 14--Oats are cheap, filling and lower bad cholesterol levels. And they're having a moment, appearing on menus in trendy, single-serve, fruit-studded versions at Starbucks and Jamba Juice. These nutritional [...]

Apr. 29--Dr. Stephen Devine is on a mission to raise levels of HDL, or the 'good' cholesterol. Devine, a Gundersen Lutheran cardiologist who specializes in non-invasive ways to prevent heart [...]

FAIRFIELD, Calif. -- Soy Labs, LLC introduces LunaSoy[TM] and Lunasin XP([R]), two new ingredients that are expected to re-energize consumer demand for soyfoods and spur growth opportunities for manufacturers of [...]

ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 10 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- In an effort to help Americans maintain good health and lower the risk of the nation's number one killer, heart disease, the American Medical [...]

RALEIGH, N.C., Oct 2, 2008 (GlobeNewswire via COMTEX) -- DARA BioSciences, Inc. (Nasdaq:DARA), a development-stage pharmaceutical company, announced the completion of all toxicology studies necessary for entering Phase 1 clinical [...]

WASHINGTON, Apr 21, 2008 (Xinhua via COMTEX) -- The results of a University of Illinois study have demonstrated an effective way to lower cholesterol levels -- by eating chocolate bars. […]

Recent Vytorin Failure Casts Doubt On Common Prescription Drugs Studies Show That Approximately 36% of American Adults Use Some Form of Complementary and/or Alternative Medicine (CAM)* SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- eFoodSafety.com [...]

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Scientists have found soyfoods may be a valuable weapon in the weight loss battle. Protein-rich soyfoods, when replacing other sources of protein, may help individuals […]

HENDERSON, Nev. -- Aldec, Inc., a pioneer in mixed-language simulation and advanced design tools for ASIC and FPGA devices, announced today the release of Active-HDL 7.3. The release includes multi-threaded [...]

PLEASANTON, CA, Dec 19, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) -- Lipid Sciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: LIPD) announced today the conclusion of enrollment of new patients in the Company's HDL Therapy Clinical […]

WILSONVILLE, Ore. -- Mentor Graphics Corporation (NASDAQ:MENT) today announced support for hardware description language (HDL) generated by MathWorks Simulink HDL Coder in the Mentor Graphics Precision[R] suite of advanced synthesis [...]

WILSONVILLE, Ore. -- Mentor Graphics Corporation (NASDAQ:MENT) today announced that, in support of the growing adoption of the SystemVerilog standard, its HDL Designer™ Series product has been extended to provide [...]

MORGAN HILL, Calif. -- The Velodyne HDL-64E High Definition Lidar sensor was used by five out of six of the finishing teams at the 2007 DARPA Urban Challenge, including the [...]

ORLANDO, FL, Nov 06, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) -- What and When Additional results from the clinical trial, CHICAGO (Carotid intima-media tHICkness in Atherosclerosis using pioGlitazOne), will be presented […]