Possible help in treating high cholesterol

The FDA has approved a pill form of a powerful class of medication that targets bad LDL cholesterol. Chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook explains.

• Jul 17
• 2:50

New pill could help with cholesterol

The drug maker Merck says it's developed a new daily cholesterol pill that can dramatically lower LDL, or bad cholesterol. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains what to know.

• Nov 10, 2025
• 3:05

Tips to lower your cholesterol

More than 90 million Americans have borderline high cholesterol, a key risk factor for heart disease and stroke. Nutritionist Keri Glassman joins "CBS Mornings" to share tips on how to take control of your health.

• Jul 23, 2025
• 4:15

Japanese company now probing 80 deaths possibly linked to supplement

Japan's Kobayashi Pharmaceutical says its looking at possible links between 80 deaths and its benikoji red yeast supplements.

• Jun 28, 2024

Promising drug could provide alternative to statins, new study finds

Bempedoic acid was approved by the FDA in 2020 as a way to reduce LDL cholesterol levels.

• Mar 4, 2023

The full episode of the CBS Evening News from November 18, 2013

Four hundred homes were damaged by the tornado that roared through Washington, Ill., on Sunday with winds in excess of 170 miles per hour. Much of the town has been reduced to rubble, and debris has been recovered 85 miles away; and, a traffic stop near Taos, N.M., last month led to a chase and a fight, ending with a police officer opening fire on a minivan filled with children.

• Nov 18, 2013
• 17:43

CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook and CBS News contributor Dr. Holly Phillips weigh in

CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook and CBS News contributor Dr. Holly Phillips weigh in on new research regarding cholesterol medication, and what treatment options breast cancer patients are choosing.

• Nov 22, 2014
• 7:57

Dangers of stopping statins

Fifty-six million Americans fall under the guidelines to take a statin to reduce cholesterol, but a new study says only about half take them. Many start the medication, but abandon it after two years. The study highlights the dangers of ending statin therapy, including heart attacks and death. Dr. Tara Narula joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss why people stop taking the medicine, the risks of abandoning the medication and misconceptions associated with the drug.

• Jul 25, 2017
• 2:53

A new CDC analysis finds many people are not taking the appropriate steps to keep their cholesterol levels under control

A new CDC analysis finds many people are not taking the appropriate steps to keep their levels under control. A new study from "The Journal of American Medical Association" shows the rate for C-section births in the U.S. may be higher than expected. Also, experts say portion sizes may be a key to battling obesity. Dr. Holly Phillips and Dr. Tara Narula join “CBS This Morning: Saturday to discuss the research findings and their implications.

• Dec 5, 2015
• 7:14

A new study finds our gut bacteria are linked to weight, fat and good cholesterol levels

A new study finds our gut bacteria are linked to weight, fat and good cholesterol levels. Those are important factors for maintaining a healthy heart. Dr. Tara Narula, cardiologist at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York, joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the gut-heart connection.

• Sep 11, 2015
• 3:14

There’s a new option if you can't control your cholesterol with statins alone

There’s a new option if you can't control your cholesterol with statins alone. Manufacturers begin shipping Praluent, the PCSK9 inhibitor drug approved Friday by the FDA. This class of cholesterol fighters could protect millions of Americans from heart disease, but the price could send overall health care costs soaring. Dr. David Agus joins “CBS This Morning” from Los Angeles to discuss the drug.

• Jul 27, 2015
• 2:59

An FDA panel is supporting new weapons to fight heart disease

An FDA panel is supporting new weapons to fight heart disease. The expert group recommended approval of a new approach to help lower cholesterol. And, in Haiti two baby girls went through a dangerous operation. Dr. Jon LaPook and Dr. Holly Phillips join “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to discuss the latest.

• Jun 13, 2015
• 6:19

The full episode of the CBS Evening News from June 6, 2015 edition

Killers Richard Matt and David Sweat continue to evade authorities, days after their escape from a maximum security prison in New York. CBS; and sanctions against Iran have made it challenging for the country's car enthusiasts to maintain their beloved American muscle cars.

• Jun 9, 2015
• 20:43

An FDA advisory committee voted to approve a new type of cholesterol-lowering drug called alirocumab

An FDA advisory committee voted to approve a new type of cholesterol-lowering drug called alirocumab. As Elaine Quijano explains, the drug has seen success in clinical trials.

• Jun 9, 2015
• 2:03

The first new approach to fighting cholesterol in three decades could move closer to reality Tuesday

The first new approach to fighting cholesterol in three decades could move closer to reality Tuesday, as an FDA advisory panel is set to begin voting on recommending approval. Dr. Tara Narula, cardiologist at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York, joins “CBS This Morning” to explain the potential new approach and explain how it compares to statins.

• Jun 9, 2015
• 3:09

For decades, doctors have prescribed statins to treat high cholesterol, but a new study suggests an experimental drug taken along with statins could be even more effective in reducing bad cholesterol

For decades, doctors have prescribed statins to treat high cholesterol, but a new study suggests an experimental drug taken along with statins could be even more effective in reducing bad cholesterol. Dr. Daniel Yadegar from New York Presbyterian Hospital explains the study.

• Mar 15, 2015
• 1:34

CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook and CBS News medical contributor Dr. Holly Phillips weigh in

CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook and CBS News medical contributor Dr. Holly Phillips weigh in on new guidance about cholesterol and technology that may help diagnose concussions.

• Jan 31, 2015
• 7:57

Cardiologist Dr. Tara Narula joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the study

A new study finds that every decade you have elevated cholesterol between ages 35 and 55, your risk of heart disease could jump by 39 percent. Cardiologist Dr. Tara Narula joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the study.

• Jan 27, 2015
• 2:33

Cardiologist Dr. Tara Narula joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the findings

If you're at high risk for a heart attack or stroke, a major new study looks at an alternative treatment using the drug Zetia. Combined with statins, Zetia could reduce the risk of heart problems by 6 percent. Cardiologist Dr. Tara Narula joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the findings.

• Nov 18, 2014
• 2:06

A study out of the United Kingdom, which followed more than 1 million people, found that women with high cholesterol have a significantly higher risk of developing breast cancer

A study out of the United Kingdom, which followed more than 1 million people, found that women with high cholesterol have a significantly higher risk of developing breast cancer. Plus, Austrian researchers have found a molecule that can signal whether someone is metabolically healthy. Danielle Nottingham reports.

• Jul 4, 2014
• 1:23

Obama's doctor reveals that the 52-year-old's health is in excellent condition after recently receiving an annual physical. This is the first time in three years the White House disclosed information about the health of the commander in chief

Obama's doctor reveals that the 52-year-old's health is in excellent condition after recently receiving an annual physical. This is the first time in three years the White House disclosed information about the health of the commander in chief. Charlie Rose reports.

• Jun 13, 2014
• 0:21

Alexis Christoforous reports on the day's top health headlines

The government estimates one in four people has diabetes and does not know it, a healthy diet in early adulthood can lower the chances of developing breast cancer -- and more. Alexis Christoforous reports on the day's top health headlines.

• Jun 11, 2014
• 0:59

Alexis Christoforous reports on the day's top health headlines

One of the world's largest tech companies is getting involved in autism research, some popular cholesterol medications may have some unintended side effects -- and more. Alexis Christoforous reports on the day's top health headlines.

• Jun 10, 2014
• 1:10

Doctors Jon LaPook and Holly Phillips join “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to discuss the week’s top medical stories

Doctors Jon LaPook and Holly Phillips join “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to discuss the week’s top medical stories including a recent outbreak of the deadly MERS virus in the U.S., the link between cholesterol and infertility, and a new study on childhood obesity.

• May 24, 2014
• 7:49

Daily health headlines: High cholesterol may lower chance of conception and more health stories

Daily health headlines: High cholesterol may lower chance of conception, why doctors keep prescribing a drug that doesn't work for bronchitis, and more.

• May 21, 2014
• 1:06

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