All About Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs

All About Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs

According to the American Heart Association, there are five main types of cholesterol-lowering medications.

More
Your Complete Guide to Being Well and Staying Healthy
Your Health Online: In this section of the Web site, you can become an active participant in enhancing your healthy lifestyle. You may explore information about various diseases, treatments, surgical procedures, prescription drugs and health risks. Get your daily dose of information from HealthDay to stay on top of the ever-changing world of healthcare.
Today's Health News
Health Highlights: Sept. 7 2008

  • Salmonella Cases Prompt Alfalfa Sprout Recall in Northwest

  • Good Protein Breakfast May Aid Weight Loss

  • Nicotine May Enhance Other Experiences: Study

  • Fablyn Increases Risk of Blood Clots: FDA Document

  • U.S. Army Suicides Could Hit Highest Levels Since 2003

  • Intellectual Tasks May Boost Calorie Intake


Hurricane Threats: Time to Batten Down the Hatches

CDC offers tips to ride out dangerous storms -- before and after they hit


Once-Weekly Diabetes Drug Boosts Blood Sugar Control

But Byetta has also been linked recently to patient deaths

Health Tip of the Day

For Teens: Getting Enough Snooze Time

  • Go to sleep 15 minutes earlier each day -- and get up about 15 minutes earlier -- until you reach your desired sleep and wake times. The changes in sleep schedule must be made every day, including weekends.

  • While adapting to your new sleep schedule, stay away from caffeine, which can affect your sleep. Open blinds or shades or turn on bright lights as soon as possible after waking to help reset your internal clock. Avoid bright light in the evening.

  • Maintain the new schedule and practice other good sleep habits such as relaxing before bedtime.