A silent fire: Landmark medical report declares inflammation a primary culprit in heart disease The American College of Cardiology has officially recognized chronic inflammation as a powerful, independent predictor of heart attacks and strokes, on par with cholesterol. The high-sensitivity C-reactive protein test is elevated to a primary tool to detect low-grade inflammation, which can irritate blood vessels and drive heart disease. Doctors are now urged to measure inflammation universally, as high levels can indicate significant risk even in patients with controlled cholesterol who are already on statin drugs. The report highlights proven medications, such as low-dose colchicine, that can significantly reduce…

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