Cholesterol
Understand cholesterol risks and how to lower levels, prevent heart disease, and make dietary changes. See information on cholesterol and heart health.
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Erectile dysfunction
Erectile dysfunction (ED or impotence) is difficulty getting or keeping an erection for intercourse. Learn about its causes and treatment options.
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Statins
Statins are medicines used to lower cholesterol and are recommended for people at risk of cardiovascular disease. Here's how statins work.
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Aortic stenosis
Aortic stenosis is a condition where your aortic heart valve narrows. Read about the symptoms, causes and treatment for aortic stenosis.
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Vascular dementia
Vascular dementia is caused by problems with the blood supply to the brain. Find out about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of vascular dementia.
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Aneurysms
An aneurysm is a bulge in a blood vessel caused by a weakened vessel wall. Learn about different types of aneurysms, their symptoms and treatment.
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Stroke
A stroke is when the blood supply to part of your brain is interrupted. Learn the 'FAST' test for stroke symptoms, which can save a person's life.
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Transient ischaemic attack (TIA)
A transient ischemic attack (TIA) has similar symptoms to a stroke but usually lasts less than an hour. Urgent medical attention is critical.
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Metabolic syndrome
Metabolic syndrome is a group of health conditions that raise stroke, heart disease and type-2 diabetes risk. Read about symptoms and treatments.
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Cholesterol and lipid tests
Read about cholesterol (or lipid profile) blood tests, which look at cholesterol and other fats in your blood, and what the results mean.
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