14 Mar 2024 --- Dyslipidemia, characterized by abnormal levels of cholesterol or fats in the blood, has long been recognized as a significant risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD) in older adults. However, a new study from the American Heart Association (AHA) examines the link between dyslipidemia and CVD risk in a cohort of American Indian and Alaska Native adolescents and young adults participating in the AHA’s Strong Heart Family Study (SHFS).
