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Abstract TP248: Genetic Predisposition to Diabetes and Risk of Stroke in Native Hawaiians

Stroke Journal

However, the role of these genetic risk variants in the development of cerebrovascular disease in Native Hawaiians remains unknown. Background:Diabetes is a highly heritable stroke risk factor with numerous known genetic risk variants.

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American Stroke Association to Honor 11 Leading Scientists at International Stroke Conference ISC 2024

DAIC

With more than two decades of research experience, Boden-Albala is an internationally recognized expert in the social epidemiology of chronic disease whose research has focused on eliminating health disparities through defining and intervening on social support, structural and institutional barriers to optimal health.

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