Alarming Lack of Awareness and Treatment for High LDL-C Revealed
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Despite a decline in the prevalence of elevated low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) over the past two decades, a significant number of Americans still have high levels of LDL-C. Research shows that 1 in 17 Americans have LDL-C levels of 160-189 mg/dL, and 1 in 48 have levels ≥ 190 mg/dL. Among those with higher LDL-C levels, 1 in 4 are both unaware and untreated. Factors contributing to this lack of awareness and treatment include difficulties accessing primary care, low rates of screening, and hesitance to treat asymptomatic individuals.
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