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Adverse Social Determinants of Health Linked to Treatment-resistant Hypertension in Black Americans

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Additionally, this risk was higher among Black American adults than white American adults, according to a study funded by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), part of the National Institutes of Health. Over a period of 9.5 years 24% of Black adults developed the condition compared with 15.9%

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

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During the American Stroke Association’s International Stroke Conference 2024, ISC24, eleven scientists leading the way in stroke research will be recognized for their exceptional professional achievements. Sacco Outstanding Stroke Research Mentor Award, which honors Ralph L. 7-9 in Phoenix, AZ. 7-9 in Phoenix, AZ.

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Abstract HUP2: Brain Health Outcomes in Sexual and Gender Minority Groups

Stroke Journal

Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AHUP2-AHUP2, February 1, 2024. Background:There is mounting evidence that sexual and gender minority (SGM) groups experience health disparities, but research on brain health status of this underrepresented group is limited. non-binary) and transgender.

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Abstract 71: Brain Health Outcomes in Sexual and Gender Minority Groups

Stroke Journal

Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page A71-A71, February 1, 2024. Background:There is mounting evidence that sexual and gender minority (SGM) groups experience health disparities, but research on brain health status of this underrepresented group is limited. We further divided gender minorities into gender diverse (e.g.,