National Cholesterol Education Program

The National Cholesterol Education Program (NCEP) is a public health initiative aimed at reducing heart disease by promoting awareness and management of cholesterol levels. It provides guidelines for testing, interpreting cholesterol results, and making lifestyle or medication changes to improve heart health. The program emphasizes the importance of maintaining healthy cholesterol levels through diet, exercise, and, if necessary, medications to prevent artery blockages and reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes. Overall, NCEP efforts focus on education and personalized strategies to help individuals achieve better cardiovascular health.