A follow-up seminar for people who participate in a Rush Health's work-site cholesterol screening. Participants receive personalized letters with cholesterol results (total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, triglycerides) and recommendations for follow-up action.At the seminar, a Nurse Practitioner explains cholesterol, HDL, LDL cholesterol and triglycerides; the importance of a fasting lipid profile, and the “normal” cholesterol ranges for people who do not have other significant risk factors. Information is provided about the impact of foods, BMI and exercise on cholesterol. Seminar participants are encouraged to learn their cholesterol numbers and know when to have their cholesterol test repeated.
