Despite having the potential to cause irreversible damage, high cholesterol can sneak up undetected. Here's what to know.

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Health experts warn that high cholesterol often develops silently, making regular screenings the only reliable way to detect it before serious complications occur.

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New global heart health guidance from the American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology recommends that cholesterol checks begin at age 19, with repeat testing every five years.

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