How stress and resilience affect heart health in perimenopausal Latinas
Official title: Sociocultural Stressors, Resilience Factors, and Arterial Stiffness in Perimenopausal Latinas
Funded at University of Iowa · NIH-10905161 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how stress from things like discrimination and family responsibilities, as well as positive support from friends and self-kindness, affects heart health in Latinas going through perimenopause, aiming to find ways to improve their well-being during this important time in their lives.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Iowa NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Iowa City, United States) |
| Project start | September 8, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $665,910 |
| NIH project number | 1R56HL167745-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10905161 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Latinas experiencing perimenopause who may be facing sociocultural stressors.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not in the perimenopausal stage or who do not identify as Latina may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of sociocultural stressors and resilience factors on arterial stiffness in Latinas going through perimenopause, a transitional phase that can significantly affect cardiovascular health. The study aims to identify specific stressors, such as ethnic discrimination and family obligations, that may worsen heart health, while also exploring how positive factors like social support and self-compassion can help mitigate these effects. By focusing on this underrepresented group, the research seeks to provide insights that could lead to better health outcomes for Latinas during this critical life stage.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to targeted interventions that improve cardiovascular health and overall well-being for perimenopausal Latinas.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that addressing sociocultural factors can positively influence health outcomes, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of Iowa
Iowa City, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Cortes, Yamnia I — University of Iowa
- Study coordinator: Cortes, Yamnia I
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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.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.