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Survey Reveals Cholesterol Misunderstandings Among Americans

2/2/2026

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The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center conducted a survey showing gaps in Americans' understanding of cholesterol, with only 60% aware of statins.
The survey included 1,006 Americans and had a margin of error ±3.6%, with few knowing about non-statin options.
Dr. Laxmi Mehta of the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center emphasizes routine cholesterol testing as cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States.

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The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center conducted a survey showing gaps in Americans' understanding of cholesterol, with only 60% aware of statins.
The survey included 1,006 Americans and had a margin of error ±3.6%, with few knowing about non-statin options.
Dr. Laxmi Mehta of the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center emphasizes routine cholesterol testing as cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States.