Exploring health differences among Pakistani, Bangladeshi, and Asian Indian immigrants.
Understanding health disparities in Pakistani, Bangladeshi and Asian Indian immigrants: the role of socio-cultural context, acculturation and resilience resources
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO · NIH-11063987
This study is looking at how different cultural and social factors affect heart health in South Asian immigrants, especially those from Pakistan and Bangladesh, and it invites people from these communities to share their experiences to help improve understanding and care.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (SAN FRANCISCO, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11063987 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the health disparities in cardiovascular health among South Asian immigrants, specifically focusing on Pakistani and Bangladeshi populations. By expanding the existing Mediators of Atherosclerosis in South Asians Living in America (MASALA) study, the research aims to include a larger cohort of these groups to better understand the socio-cultural factors that influence their health outcomes. The study will utilize various measures to assess how factors like immigration history and cultural background affect cardiovascular health. Participants will be recruited to provide insights into their experiences and resilience resources that may impact their health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include Pakistani and Bangladeshi immigrants aged 21 and older living in the United States.
Not a fit: Patients who are not of South Asian descent or those who do not have cardiovascular health concerns may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and targeted interventions for cardiovascular health disparities in South Asian immigrant populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown significant health disparities among South Asian populations, indicating that this research builds on established findings rather than exploring an untested area.
Where this research is happening
SAN FRANCISCO, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO — SAN FRANCISCO, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: KANAYA, ALKA M. — UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO
- Study coordinator: KANAYA, ALKA M.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
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