Why do south asians face higher heart risks? new study seeks answers
NCT ID NCT01207167
First seen Feb 01, 2026 · Last updated Apr 30, 2026 · Updated 6 times
Summary
This study looks at why South Asians (people from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka) living in the US have high rates of heart disease and stroke, even without typical risk factors. Researchers are following over 2,300 adults aged 40-84 to find clues in their health and lifestyle. The goal is to uncover hidden causes and compare them to other ethnic groups.
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Locations
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New York University
New York, New York, United States
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Northwestern University
Chicago, Illinois, 60611, United States
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University of California, San Francisco
San Francisco, California, 94115, United States
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