New Cholesterol Targets

Send us Fan MailWe break down the new AHA cholesterol guidelines and why LDL goals are getting lower based on your personal risk. We explain the tests that change the whole picture, including lipoprotein(a), ApoB, and coronary artery calcium scoring, and why women’s reproductive history now counts toward cardiovascular risk. • why LDL cholesterol drives plaque buildup and heart attack risk • how the 2025 AHA updates replace older LDL targets with risk-based goals • using coronary artery calcium scoring to clarify borderline or intermediate risk • what lipoprotein(a) is, why it is genetic, and why you must ask for it • why pediatric cholesterol testing may start earlier than many expect • what ApoB measures and why particle count matters • more flexibility beyond statins based on tolerance and preferences • pregnancy complications and early menopause as formal cardiovascular risk factors Make sure you take this back to your provider and just ask. You can you can just ask.Endorsement Thanks for tuning in to today’s episode!Ready to take the next step in your health journey? Visit HamiltonTelehealth.com — your healthcare oasis.Get care when you need it, where you need it. Don't forget to subscribe!