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Docs Push Cholesterol Tests for Kids

New rules advise testing as young as 2, treating with statins at 8

By Matt Cantor,  Newser Staff

Posted Jul 7, 2008 6:49 AM CDT

(Newser) – With 30% of US children overweight, pediatricians are now recommending cholesterol screenings for kids as young as 2, and the use of cholesterol-fighting drugs in youngsters 8 and up, in order to stave off diabetes and early heart attacks. Some 30%-60% of children with high...   Read full story »

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