OMAHA, Neb. (RFD News) — Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States, making prevention a focus during Cholesterol Education Month.
University of Nebraska President Dr. Jeffrey Gold joined us for Wednesday’s Rural Health Matters to discuss ways people can protect their heart health.
Gold said heart disease can develop without obvious symptoms, making routine cholesterol checks important. He encouraged people to know their cholesterol levels and address risk factors through diet, exercise, and weight management.
He also stressed that heart health is not only a concern for older adults, noting that the early stages of atherosclerosis can begin at a young age.
Gold said lifestyle changes and medications such as statins can help manage cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart attack and other cardiovascular problems.
