The new guidelines also suggest tools like coronary calcium scoring and the PREVENT calculator to better spot long-term heart risks.
Statins are still the go-to treatment if your LDL is high, but even those with low short-term risk might be advised to start them if their lifetime risk is up.
And don't forget: regular exercise and skipping tobacco are still key.
As Dr. Steven Nissen said, "That's a sea change," so small changes now could really pay off later.