Investigating health issues in the Hispanic community in Chicago.
Official title: HISPANIC COMMUNITY HEALTH STUDY - STUDY OF LATINOS (HCHS-SOL) CHICAGO FIELD CENTER - TASK AREA A - CORE STUDY OPERATIONS
Funded at University of Illinois at Chicago · NIH-11292930 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at why heart disease and obesity are so common in Hispanic/Latino communities in the U.S., and it's for people from those backgrounds living in cities like Chicago, San Diego, Miami, and New York, who will help researchers understand their health better to create improved health strategies for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Illinois at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | November 30, 2024 |
| Project end | November 29, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $1,789,061 |
| NIH project number | 75N92025D00008-0-759202500001-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11292930 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Hispanic/Latino adults aged 21 and older living in the study locations.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Hispanic/Latino or are under 21 years old may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding the high rates of cardiometabolic disorders, such as heart disease and obesity, among Hispanic/Latino populations in the United States. It involves a large cohort of over 16,000 participants from various Hispanic backgrounds living in cities like Chicago, San Diego, Miami, and New York. The study aims to explore the prevalence of cardiovascular and pulmonary risk factors, as well as the relationships between these factors and health outcomes. Participants will undergo examinations and assessments to gather data that can inform better health strategies for the community.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health interventions and resources tailored for Hispanic/Latino populations, ultimately reducing the burden of cardiometabolic diseases.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies focusing on Hispanic health have shown promising results in identifying risk factors and improving health outcomes, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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University of Illinois at Chicago
Chicago, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Daviglus, Martha L — University of Illinois at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Daviglus, Martha L
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.