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123RF What is high cholesterol? • High cholesterol is when you have too much of a fatty substance called cholesterol in your blood • It’s mainly caused by eating fatty food, not exercising enough, being overweight, smoking and drinking alcohol. It can also run-in families • You can lower your cholesterol by eating healthily and getting more exercise. Some people also need to take medicine • Too much cholesterol can block your blood vessels. It makes you more likely to have heart problems or a stroke • High cholesterol does not cause symptoms. You can only find out if you have it from a blood test. Getting tested High cholesterol does not cause symptoms. You can only find out if you have it from a blood test. Your GP might suggest having a test if they think your...

istockphoto What PIP is for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) can help with extra living costs if you have both: • a long-term physical or mental health condition or disability • difficulty doing certain everyday tasks or getting around because of your condition You can get PIP even if you’re working, have savings or are getting most other benefits. If you live in Dundee City, Perth and Kinross or the Western Isles, you need to apply for Adult Disability Payment (ADP) instead. How PIP works There are 2 parts to PIP: • a daily living part – if you need help with everyday tasks • a mobility part – if you need help with getting around Whether you get one or both parts and how much you get depends on how difficult you find everyday tasks and getting around. ...