University of Cincinnati researchers have determined the structure of human HDL cholesterol and believe the finding could help explain how it protects against cardiovascular disease, including heart attack and stroke.

University of Cincinnati (UC) researchers have determined the structure of human HDL cholesterol and say the finding could help explain how this "fat packet" protects against cardiovascular diseases, including heart attack and stroke.

By Iskowitz, Marc Cholesterol drug marketers still say lower is better. Yet many in this $18 billion category are betting on a higher order of treatment.

SAN DIEGO, June 12 /PRNewswire/ -- A novel drug has demonstrated that it can help multiple problems associated with type 2 diabetes by lowering blood glucose and reducing weight and waist circumference, as well as modifying the disordered lipids associated with diabetic dyslipidemia, according to a report presented today at the American Diabetes Association's 65th Annual Scientific Sessions.

Key words: Blood pressure - Complication costs - Diabetes - Total cholesterol - High-density lipoprotein - Glycaemic control - Life expectancy -Modelling SUMMARY Objectives: Various factors influence the risk of complications in type 2 diabetes patients.