The buildup of cholesterol in arteries begins early in life often in adolescence and worsens over time. Research shows that young adults with the lowest cholesterol levels will live longer than those with higher cholesterol levels. The almost 300,000 Oklahomans who already have been told that they have CHD need to pay special attention to their cholesterol levels. Clinical studies show that by doing so, Oklahomans with CHD can prolong their life and dramatically reduce their chance of having a heart attack. To help Americans learn more about cholesterol control, the NCEP will launch an expanded Web site on September 1.
Cholesterol counts for everyone.