Decades-long heart study reveals how young adult habits shape future risk
NCT ID NCT00005130
First seen Feb 02, 2026 · Last updated May 24, 2026 · Updated 13 times
Summary
This study follows over 5,000 Black and White adults from age 18-30 for decades to see how their lifestyle and health changes affect heart disease risk later in life. Researchers measure things like blood pressure, weight, and cholesterol over time. The goal is to understand what early-life factors lead to heart problems, stroke, or diabetes. Participants must be generally healthy at the start.
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