Preventing Heart Disease in Native American Youth Through Healthy Habits
Native American Youth Cardiovascular Disease Prevention: Implementation of Culturally-Tailored Evidence-Based After School and Home Visitation Programs for Healthy Eating and Physical Activity
This program helps Native American youth in Minnesota adopt healthier eating and physical activity habits to prevent heart disease, obesity, and diabetes.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Minnesota NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Minneapolis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11160655 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
Many Native American communities face higher rates of heart disease, obesity, and diabetes, often linked to diet and physical activity. This program works with after-school programs and community groups in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and Duluth, Minnesota, to bring proven health programs to young people. We are adapting these programs to fit the culture and needs of each community, making them more effective and easier to continue. Our goal is to support young people and their families in making healthy choices that can last a lifetime.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal participants are Native American youth living in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and Duluth, Minnesota, who are involved in participating after-school programs or community organizations.
Not a fit: Patients outside the specific Native American youth communities in the designated Minnesota cities may not directly benefit from this particular program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases, obesity, and diabetes among Native American youth by promoting healthier lifestyles.
How similar studies have performed: This program builds upon two existing evidence-based interventions, Minnesota NET-Works and Stanford GOALS, which have shown success in promoting healthy behaviors.
Where this research is happening
Minneapolis, United States
- University of Minnesota — Minneapolis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: French, Simone a. — University of Minnesota
- Study coordinator: French, Simone 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.