Cholesterol Education and LDL-C Awareness

Summary#

The Senate designated September 2026 as National Cholesterol Education Month and September 30, 2026, as LDL-C Awareness Day. The resolution encourages people to know their LDL-C number and recognizes the need to screen for and treat high LDL-C to reduce cardiovascular risks, including heart attacks and strokes.

What it means for you#

The resolution encourages you to know your LDL-C number. It does not require testing or treatment.

Expenses#

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Proponents' View#

The resolution says that awareness, screening, and treatment of high LDL-C are important for reducing cardiovascular disease and related events.

Opponents' View#

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