# Research on medication adherence and cardiovascular risk > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/research-on-medication-adherence-and-cardiovascular-risk > Updated: 2026-10-25T16:48:08.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 2. Research presented at the ESC Congress 2026 involving over 91,000 participants indicates that inconsistent use of antihypertensive medication significantly reduces its effectiveness in preventing heart attacks and strokes. The study found that patients maintaining at least an 80% adherence threshold experienced an 11% reduction in major cardiovascular events, whereas those with lower adherence saw little to no measurable benefit. Medical experts associated with the research also highlighted the dangers of uncontrolled high cholesterol, specifically LDL, which contributes to the accumulation of atherosclerotic plaques. The findings emphasize that when combined with factors such as diabetes, hypertension, and smoking, these conditions can lead to severe complications in the heart, brain, and limbs, often progressing without symptoms. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-25: Medical research links medication adherence and cholesterol to cardiovascular risk Research shows that inconsistent blood pressure medication adherence and high cholesterol levels significantly increase the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and vascular diseases. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/medical-research-links-medication-adherence-and-cholesterol-to-cardiovascular-risk ### 2026-10-25: Study links missed blood pressure medication to increased cardiovascular risks An analysis of over 91,000 participants shows that missing blood pressure medication reduces its ability to prevent heart attacks and strokes, with consistent adherence providing an 11% reduction in major risks 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/study-links-missed-blood-pressure-medication-to-increased-cardiovascular-risks --- Cite as: Research on medication adherence and cardiovascular risk. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/research-on-medication-adherence-and-cardiovascular-risk