‘Adopt a healthy diet and exercise’

Mortal risk: Many adult Malaysians suffer from high blood cholesterol, hypertension and diabetes. It has been claimed that diabetic patients are affected more severely by Covid-19 and succumb in higher numbers. — MUHAMAD SHAHRIL ROSLI/The Star

PETALING JAYA: It is a common health condition that is estimated to affect about 38% of Malaysian adults.

Dyslipidaemia (raised blood cholesterol) refers to an abnormal level of lipid that contributes to a buildup of fats, cholesterol and other substances on artery walls called plaque, which can restrict blood flow, said Universiti Putra Malaysia medical epidemiologist Assoc Prof Dr Malina Osman.