Risk of heart disease due to FH can be successfully managed with lifestyle modifications and medications.

Get screened for FH to reduce your risk of early-onset heart disease.

If you have high cholesterol and a family history of early-onset heart disease, FH could be the cause.

1 out of every 250 people has FH, however only 10% are diagnosed.

Risk of heart disease due to FH can be successfully managed with lifestyle modifications and medications.

Get screened for FH to reduce your risk of early-onset heart disease.

If you have high cholesterol and a family history of early-onset heart disease, FH could be the cause.

1 out of every 250 people has FH, however only 10% are diagnosed.

FH is a genetic condition that runs in families and can cause high levels of “bad” cholesterol, also known as LDL-cholesterol, at an early age. Click on each topic to learn more about FH and how to manage it.

Learn About FH

It is important to let family members know about FH. Use the Share feature on this website to email letters to your family members and get the word out about FH.

Share With Family

FH increases a person’s risk of early-onset heart disease. Use the Family Tree tool to discover which of your relatives may be at risk for FH. Use the FH Conversation Tool to determine your risk of having a heart attack.

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