Best advice i can give you is what my wife told me, “go see your doctor, have blood drawn for tests and take the medications the doctor gives you”. i made the appointment. i am now taking Lipitor at night. only your doctor can give you the correct advice for you. what may be necessary medication for me, may not be necessary for you. but, i think you are a very smart person for being aware of your family’s heart history and wanting to take care of yourself. age 28 is still a young age and your doctor may not advise any medication for you. only the correct foods to eat and exercise. my doctor told me that every human being on the planet should be taking Lipitor. i could not help but wonder if he had an investment in this drug. anyway, you are on the right track to take care of you. if you have not had a physical in a year, you should have one. if there is a problem with you, its better to catch it at its earliest stages. john