Dyslipidemia in young American Indians: Strong Heart Family Study
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Published in Journal of the American Heart Association · View the paper (DOI)
A study funded by the National Institutes of Health found that more than 70% of American Indian young adults aged 20-39 and 50% of teens have abnormal or high cholesterol. High LDL cholesterol was linked to plaque buildup and cardiovascular events, emphasizing the need for early screenings and culturally relevant education.
Coverage from 2 institutions
- More than half of American Indian youth may have abnormal or high cholesterol NIH/National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute · Mar 6, 2024 · first to report
- High cholesterol was twice as prevalent among American Indian teens and young adults American Heart Association · Mar 8, 2024