Dyslipidemia, an imbalance in your cholesterol levels, is a common and major risk factor for heart disease. Drugs called statins are effective at reducing LDL cholesterol, but must be taken regularly over the long term to provide optimal results. Too many people stop taking their medications or miss doses frequently. And the delay between doctors’ appointments means it can take some time to adjust your dose to make sure you reach target levels. But wait! There’s another health professional you see pretty regularly who just may be able to help. And now, at least in some provinces, they’re getting the authority to do just that. It’s time to look at your pharmacist in a whole new light.