Investigating health issues in the Hispanic community.
HISPANIC COMMUNITY HEALTH STUDY (STUDY OF LATINOS (HCHS-SOL))FIELD CENTER
This study is looking at why heart disease, stroke, and obesity are so common in Hispanic/Latino adults, and it involves over 16,000 people from cities like San Diego, Chicago, Miami, and the Bronx to see how different backgrounds might affect their health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | San Diego State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Diego, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10056464 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding the high rates of heart disease, stroke, and obesity among Hispanic/Latino populations in the United States. It involves a large-scale study that has enrolled over 16,000 Hispanic/Latino adults from various cities, including San Diego, Chicago, Miami, and the Bronx. The study examines the prevalence of cardiovascular and pulmonary risk factors, as well as how these factors differ among various Hispanic heritage groups. Participants will undergo examinations and assessments to identify relationships between risk factors and health outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Hispanic/Latino adults living in the United States, particularly those with a family history of cardiometabolic disorders.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as Hispanic/Latino or those who do not have any risk factors for cardiometabolic disorders may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health strategies and interventions tailored for Hispanic/Latino communities to reduce the burden of cardiometabolic disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies focusing on Hispanic health have shown success in identifying health disparities and developing targeted interventions, indicating that this approach is both relevant and necessary.
Where this research is happening
San Diego, United States
- San Diego State University — San Diego, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Talavera, Gregory — San Diego State University
- Study coordinator: Talavera, Gregory
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 below.