The Times of India August 23, 2026 • 12:20

Heart attack risk is not just about cholesterol: 7 warning factors doctors check that routine tests can miss - The Times of India

By Aadya Jha

Heart attack risk is not just about cholesterol: 7 warning factors doctors check that routine tests can miss - The Times of India

A cholesterol report often becomes a quick verdict on heart health. If the numbers look acceptable, many people assume the heart is safe. But heart-attack risk is not controlled by one number.“A normal cholesterol report is often seen as reassurance that the …

Perhaps the most important point is also the simplest. A normal cholesterol report should never be used to dismiss new symptoms.
Unexplained chest discomfort, breathlessness, reduced exercise tolera… [+549 chars]

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