Learning about cholesterol-lowering to prevent heart problems
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests an educational program to help people understand and lower their LDL ('bad') cholesterol after a heart-related event. It aims to improve awareness and encourage the use of cholesterol-lowering treatments.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 79 years old.
- You have been discharged to home after a heart-related event.
- Your LDL cholesterol is at least 100 mg/dl (depending on your current treatment).
- You can understand the study and give your consent.
- You have not taken certain newer cholesterol drugs (like PCSK9 inhibitors or inclisiran).
- You do not have severe kidney, liver, or heart rhythm problems.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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