Over 50 million Americans are at above average risk of heart disease because their cholesterol is too high, even though there are lifestyle changes and effective new drug therapies that can reduce cholesterol levels. Research increasingly confirms a link between heredity and heart disease , the nation's number one killer. In fact, a study released at the AHA 68th Scientific Sessions suggests that genetic influence becomes more severe in successive generations.
Denial is prevalent.
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