03/15/2026
At Family Health Care of Gallatin we take great pride in staying up-to-date on medical knowledge and in providing care that follows evidence-based research. Recently, new information was released on how patients should be screened and treated for dyslipidemia. The goal is to reduce cardiovascular risk and improve long-term health. 🫀🫀🫀
“On March 13, 2026, the ACC/AHA Multisociety Guideline on the Management of Dyslipidemia was released, replacing the 2018 cholesterol guideline. The update broadens the focus from cholesterol alone to overall dyslipidemia, including LDL-C, triglycerides, and emerging markers like lipoprotein(a), with a central goal: earlier and more personalized prevention of ASCVD.
Major Highlights
1. New Risk Calculator
The PREVENT-ASCVD risk equation replaces the older pooled cohort equations for adults 30–79. It often estimates lower and more accurate risk, and also introduces 30-year risk assessment for younger adults.
2. LDL-C Targets Return
Clear lipid goals are reintroduced:
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