UCLA-UCI Program to Improve Heart Health in Diverse Communities
UCLA-UCI Center for Eliminating Cardio-Metabolic Disparities in Multi-Ethnic Populations
This program helps Latino and Vietnamese communities in Southern California prevent heart disease and stroke by offering culturally tailored health education and family support.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Los Angeles NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11137685 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
Heart disease and stroke are major health concerns, especially for Latino and Vietnamese populations in the U.S. This program focuses on preventing high blood pressure, a key risk factor, by working directly within communities. We use a special educational approach called SERVE OC, which is designed for specific cultures and includes family members and community health workers. Our goal is to support long-term healthy behaviors that can protect your heart.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal participants are adults from Latino and Vietnamese communities in Southern California, particularly Orange County, who are at risk for heart disease and stroke.
Not a fit: Patients outside of the targeted multi-ethnic communities or those without risk factors for cardio-metabolic conditions may not directly benefit from this specific program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly lower the risk of heart disease and stroke for individuals in participating communities.
How similar studies have performed: There is growing evidence that involving families and social networks in health interventions can make them more effective and lasting.
Where this research is happening
Los Angeles, United States
- University of California Los Angeles — Los Angeles, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Boden-Albala, Bernadette Marie — University of California Los Angeles
- Study coordinator: Boden-Albala, Bernadette Marie
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.