National Lipid Association

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The NLA is a multidisciplinary medical society focused on enhancing the practice of lipid management in clinical medicine.

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History

The NLA was created out of the success established by the Southeast Lipid Association (SELA).

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The NLA offers an array of educational activities tailored to healthcare professionals at all stages of their careers.

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Our Mission

The National Lipid Association (NLA) is a nonprofit, multidisciplinary medical society focused on enhancing the practice of lipid management in clinical medicine. The NLA represents more than 3,000 members globally and provides continuing medical education for physicians and other healthcare professionals to advance professional development and attain certification in clinical lipidology. The NLA's public health mission is to help reduce deaths related to high cholesterol, and the Association defines "clinical lipidology" as "a multidisciplinary branch of medicine focusing on lipid and lipoprotein metabolism and their associated disorders."

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Joseph Saseen, PharmD of National Lipid Association answered:

How should I take lovastatin?

It is also very important that lovastatin, especially the generic immediate release product, be... Full Post

On May 16
Beth Jackson, MSN of National Lipid Association answered:

How common is high cholesterol in women?

High cholesterol in women is very common. It becomes more prevalent or pronounced after... Full Post

On May 09
Joseph Saseen, PharmD of National Lipid Association answered:

Will muscle loss from cholesterol medication affect my heart?

There is no documented muscle loss from statin drugs. Matter of fact, most cholesterol drugs, like... Full Post

On May 03
Julie Bolick of National Lipid Association answered:

How can I lower high cholesterol?

The NHLBI's Therapeutic Lifestyle Approach to LDL reduction includes: 1. Diet: decreasing... Full Post

On Apr 04
Julie Bolick of National Lipid Association answered:

How should I eat if I have high cholesterol?

Consuming a heart-healthy diet will aid cholesterol reduction. A heart-healthy diet is low in... Full Post

On Apr 04
Spencer Kroll, MD,PhD of National Lipid Association answered:

How does polycystic ovary syndrome affect the body?

Another manifestation and possibly a contributory cause of polycystic ovarian syndrome is an... Full Post

On Mar 22
Joseph Saseen, PharmD of National Lipid Association answered:

Are conventional drugs effective?

Any drug which is approved by the Food and Drug Administration has been proven to efficacious.... Full Post

On Mar 19
Joseph Saseen, PharmD of National Lipid Association answered:

When are statins prescribed?

Statins are prescribed in patients with a diagnosis of dyslipidemia (aka, high cholesterol) when... Full Post

On Mar 19
Joseph Saseen, PharmD of National Lipid Association answered:

What are some common statin drugs?

Common generic statins are: simvastatin (Zocor), pravastatin (Pravachol), lovastatin (Mevacor), and... Full Post

On Mar 19
Joseph Saseen, PharmD of National Lipid Association answered:

Is blood pressure a risk factor for heart disease?

High blood pressure is proven risk factor for heart disease, beyond a shaddow of doubt. National... Full Post

On Mar 18
James Underberg, MD of National Lipid Association answered:

Why do I have to fast before a cholesterol blood test?

While some components of the Lipid Profile (Total Cholesterol and HDL Cholesterol) are not impacted... Full Post

On Mar 18
Dean Karalis, MD of National Lipid Association answered:

Why are statins prescribed for heart disease patients?

Statins have been shown to prevent the progression of coronary artery disease and reduce the risk... Full Post

On Mar 18
James Underberg, MD of National Lipid Association answered:

Can the Mediterranean diet help prevent disease?

Recently, a study published in the New England Journal of Medicine reported that patients living in... Full Post

On Mar 18
Michael Bloch, MD of National Lipid Association answered:

Is peripheral arterial disease related to heart disease?

In the vast majority of cases, both peripheral artery disease (PAD) and coronary artery disease... Full Post

On Mar 18
Vanessa Milne, RN of National Lipid Association answered:

How does metoprolol tartrate affect lipid levels?

Metoprolol tartrate is a medication used to lower blood pressure. It is a member of the... Full Post

On Mar 15