Stay in control of your cholesterol

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You can’t see it. You can’t feel it. But it could still be putting your heart at risk.

High cholesterol often has no symptoms – yet it’s one of the biggest risk factors for heart disease and stroke. And here’s the surprising bit: more than half of adults in England are thought to have levels above what’s recommended.

So, this National Cholesterol Month, take a minute for your heart health.

  • find out the difference between “good” and “bad” cholesterol 
  • learn who’s most at risk
  • discover simple lifestyle tweaks that can make a big difference.
Read blog on how to stay in control of your cholesterol, for practical tips on how to keep your cholesterol – and your heart – in good shape

We’d love to hear from you

Share your experience

If you’ve been told you have high cholesterol or you’re taking cholesterol-lowering medication, we’d love to hear from you. Your feedback will help shape local NHS services and support for people living with or at risk of heart disease.

Take the short cholesterol survey – it’s open until Friday 31 October 2025.

Share your story

We’re also looking for people willing to share their experiences with high cholesterol for use in promotional materials. Your story could help others manage their heart health.


If you’re happy to be contacted about sharing your story, please email: mseics.getinvolved@nhs.net