High Lipoprotein(a): What It Means for Your Heart Risk (Living With High Lp(a)

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Published Jun 25, 2026

High Lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)] Explained: What It Means for Heart Risk and Prevention

High lipoprotein(a) can feel alarming, but it does not mean you are powerless. This video is the first lesson in a course series on managing and lowering cardiovascular risk when living with elevated Lp(a). In this lesson, Valerie Bachinsky, MSN, RN explains what lipoprotein(a) means, why it raises cardiovascular risk, and how to think about prevention, heart health, and your next steps.

You can find the *companion guide* in the classroom area of this free cardiovascular risk reduction community: https://www.skool.com/against-the-odds-4869/about

Find the full course here (development in progress): https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZbtXMl4Jga4q2SQaccxq7cIecZlJgyQB&si=BNOHqfOVYNQVwXbw

Learn more about the science of how lipoprotein(a) increases risk here: https://youtu.be/Nj2nSfrK_38

American Heart Association PREVENT Calculator: https://professional.heart.org/en/guidelines-and-statements/prevent-calculator

*Timestamps*
0:00 Introduction
3:03 What is Lipoprotein(a) - Lp(a)?
4:52 Why Does High Lipoprotein(a) Increase Cardiovascular Risk?
7:54 Lipoprotein(a) and Aortic Stenosis
09:18 What Does Your Lipoprotein(a) Number Mean?
12:33 How The AHA PREVENT Calculator Fits In
14:56 Using Your Lipoprotein(a) Result to Take Action and Reduce Your Cardiovascular Risk

If you are learning to live with high lipoprotein(a), this course is designed to help you understand your risk and take practical next steps with confidence.

Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always talk with a qualified healthcare professional about your individual health questions, test results, and treatment options.