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Article: Childhood cholesterol screening.
- Article from:
- Pediatrics for Parents
- Article date:
- July 1, 1991
CopyrightCOPYRIGHT 1991 Pediatrics for Parents, Inc. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan. All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)
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Cholesterol is the "in" medical problem of the 90's. The cholesterol content of foods has become a key component of many ads. Cholesterol levels are easy to determine, there are many treatments including life-style alterations and medications, and everyone can understand the problem. What's not discussed much is the ongoing debate about the real benefits of lowering cholesterol levels.
The cholesterol controversy is now affecting children. Some authorities are recommending screening all children for cholesterol levels. Others say screen only those at high risk for cholesterol-related diseases. Lastly, there are some who advise against all cholesterol ...