Promoting a heart-healthy diet and active lifestyle in Yup'ik communities
Official title: A community-led intervention (DAiLY) promoting a heart-healthy diet and active lifestyle: The Yup'ik way
Funded at Oregon Health & Science University · NIH-11079512 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a program called DAiLY that helps Alaska Native communities lower their risk of heart disease by encouraging healthier eating and more physical activity, all while celebrating traditional foods and cultural values.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Oregon Health & Science University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Portland, United States) |
| Project start | May 1, 2024 |
| Project end | April 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $703,045 |
| NIH project number | 5R01HL168854-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11079512 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Alaska Native adults aged 21 and older who are interested in improving their diet and physical activity levels.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Alaska Native or those who are not interested in dietary and lifestyle changes may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on a community-led intervention called DAiLY, which aims to reduce heart disease risk among Alaska Native populations by promoting healthier eating habits and increased physical activity. The program emphasizes the importance of traditional subsistence foods and incorporates Yup'ik cultural values into home-based workshops. Participants will engage in activities that encourage a balanced diet and an active lifestyle, supported by community research associates who understand the local context. The intervention is designed to empower the community through shared knowledge and practices.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly lower the rates of heart disease among Alaska Native individuals by fostering healthier lifestyle choices.
How similar studies have gone: Previous community-based interventions focusing on culturally relevant dietary changes and lifestyle modifications have shown promise in improving health outcomes in similar populations.
Where this research is happening
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Oregon Health & Science University
Portland, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Boyer, Bert Brandon — Oregon Health & Science University
- Study coordinator: Boyer, Bert Brandon
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.