Investigating sleep and heart health issues among Mexican-Americans at the US/Mexico border.
Sleep and Cardiometabolic Health Disparities at the US/Mexico Border: The Nogales Cardiometabolic Health and Sleep (NoCHeS) Study
This study is looking at how sleep problems, like not getting enough sleep or having trouble sleeping, impact the health of Mexican-Americans living near the US/Mexico border, and it invites local patients to share their sleep habits and health information to help find ways to improve their well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Arizona NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tucson, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10322396 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how sleep disturbances, such as short sleep duration and insomnia, affect the health of Mexican-Americans living at the US/Mexico border. It aims to explore the connections between sleep quality and cardiometabolic health, considering factors like cultural assimilation, economic stress, and lifestyle choices. By partnering with local health centers, the study will gather data on sleep patterns and health outcomes to identify disparities and potential interventions. Patients may be asked to participate in surveys and health assessments to contribute to this important research.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Mexican-American adults aged 21 and older who may experience sleep disturbances or related health issues.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as Mexican-American or who are under 21 years old may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for Mexican-Americans by addressing sleep-related health disparities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that addressing sleep disparities can lead to significant improvements in health outcomes, suggesting that this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
Tucson, United States
- University of Arizona — Tucson, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Grandner, Michael a — University of Arizona
- Study coordinator: Grandner, Michael a
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.