Understanding Sleep and Blood Pressure in Somali Americans
Disrupted Sleep in Somali Americans – Implications for Hypertension Risk
['FUNDING_R01'] · MAYO CLINIC ROCHESTER · NIH-11112317
This project aims to learn more about sleep problems and how they might affect blood pressure in Somali Americans.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | MAYO CLINIC ROCHESTER (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (ROCHESTER, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11112317 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
We are looking into how sleep difficulties might contribute to high blood pressure in the Somali American community. Our team will work to identify common sleep problems and understand the social, behavioral, environmental, and biological reasons behind them. By studying these factors, we hope to discover how sleep issues might be raising blood pressure in this population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research would be otherwise healthy Somali Americans living in Minnesota who are interested in understanding their sleep and blood pressure.
Not a fit: Patients who are not of Somali American descent or do not reside in Minnesota may not directly benefit from this specific research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this work could lead to better ways to identify and address sleep problems, potentially preventing high blood pressure and heart disease in Somali Americans.
How similar studies have performed: While sleep disruption is known to affect cardiovascular health generally, this specific focus on Somali Americans represents a novel and underexplored area.
Where this research is happening
ROCHESTER, UNITED STATES
- MAYO CLINIC ROCHESTER — ROCHESTER, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: SOMERS, VIREND K — MAYO CLINIC ROCHESTER
- Study coordinator: SOMERS, VIREND K
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.