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Four in Ten Argentine Adults Have High Cholesterol, UBA Clinicians Warn

Specialists urge earlier checks to catch a condition that rarely shows symptoms.

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El colesterol elevado puede aparecer incluso en personas jóvenes y delgadas, debido a factores genéticos y de estilo de vida, advierten especialistas. (Europa Press)
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Overview

  • Hospital de Clínicas (University of Buenos Aires) highlighted that about 40% of Argentine adults have elevated total cholesterol, citing the 2018 National Risk Factors Survey.
  • Clinicians link high cholesterol to a major share of cardiovascular mortality and reference an estimated 2.6 million deaths globally tied to elevated levels.
  • Sedentary lifestyles and excess weight are identified as the main drivers in Argentina, with genetics noted as a key factor that can affect even young or thin individuals.
  • Guidance includes pediatric screening windows around ages 6–11 and 17–21, with follow-up intervals tailored to overall cardiovascular risk and family history.
  • Recommended measures focus on limiting saturated and trans fats and ultra-processed foods, exercising at least 30 minutes daily, maintaining a healthy weight, and avoiding tobacco.