Search Results: keywords:"national cholesterol education month"

  • S. RES. 496 — Designating September 2023 as National Cholesterol Education Month and September 30, 2023, as LDL–C Awareness Day.
    Status:Agreed to Senate
    Words:232

    The resolution, S. RES. 496, passed by the U.S. Senate, declares September 2023 as "National Cholesterol Education Month" and September 30, 2023, as "LDL–C Awareness Day." The resolution highlights the dangers of cardiovascular disease, the high rates of elevated low-density lipoprotein...

    Simple Explanation

    In September, the U.S. Senate wants people to learn about cholesterol and a type of cholesterol called LDL–C, which can hurt your heart. They picked that month to remind everyone to stay healthy by checking their cholesterol levels.

  • S. RES. 566 — Designating September 2024 as National Cholesterol Education Month and September 30, 2024, as LDL–C Awareness Day.
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:242

    The Senate resolution S. RES. 566 proposes designating September 2024 as "National Cholesterol Education Month" and September 30, 2024, as "LDL–C Awareness Day." It highlights the significance of knowing one's LDL–C (low density lipoprotein cholesterol) levels as a critical...

    Simple Explanation

    In 2024, the Senate wants everyone to learn about cholesterol, which is something in our blood that can cause health problems if it's too high. They're asking people to be extra aware in September and on a special day, September 30, to help keep hearts healthy.