Why did COVID-19 hit african americans harder? new study digs into the 'Why'

NCT ID NCT05484882

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at why African Americans were more likely to get sick and die from COVID-19. Researchers examined how genetics, environment, and social factors like neighborhood and income might affect heart health after infection. The 431 participants, all African Americans from a previous study, had phone interviews and clinic visits for tests. The goal was to gather information, not to test a new treatment.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cardiovascular disorder COVID-19 heart disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • National Institutes of Health Clinical Center

    Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States

  • Westat, Inc.

    Rockville, Maryland, 20850, United States