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AHA Paper Addresses Disparities in Cardiovascular Health of Asian Americans

DAIC

Asian Americans remain persistently underrepresented as participants in medical research. Previous studies have found that Asian Americans are less willing to participate in health research compared to other racial/ethnic groups. If you enjoy this content, please share it with a colleague

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Study Calls for Targeted Strategies for Managing Diabetic Cardiomyopathy Across Racial, Ethnic Groups

DAIC

Findings from an observational analysis of ARISE-HF trial participants, newly-published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, JACC, shed light on the racial and ethnic disparities in diabetic cardiomyopathy (DbCM), which researchers note may have the potential to inform clinical practice, interventions, and policies.

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Social Determinants of Cardiovascular Health in Asian Americans: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association

Circulation

The Asian American population is the fastest-growing racial group in the United States but remains persistently underrepresented in health research.

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Improving Cardiovascular Health Through the Consideration of Social Factors in Genetics and Genomics Research: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association

Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality & Outcomes

Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes, Ahead of Print. Cardiovascular health (CVH) is affected by genetic, social, and genomic factors across the life course, yet little research has focused on the interrelationships among them.

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Feature | Championing Change: Herman Taylor on Improving Heart Health For All

American College of Cardiology

Taylor's, MD, FACC, pioneering career in cardiovascular medicine has been characterized by a lot of change, but his commitment to improving the health of all patients has remained constant, thanks in part to his grandmother who reminded him early in his career that health is one of life's greatest blessings.

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Current Status and Principles for the Treatment and Prevention of Diabetic Foot Ulcers in the Cardiovascular Patient Population: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association

Circulation

Furthermore, there is growing interest in better understanding the mechanistic underpinnings of DFUs to better define personalized medicine to improve outcomes.

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National Hispanic Heritage Month 2023 Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Fatima Rodriguez

Cardiometabolic Health Congress

Cardiometabolic Health Congress faculty member, Fátima Rodriguez, MD, MPH, has committed much of her clinical and research efforts to reducing health disparities in Hispanic-American communities. Taub and Stanford for a panel discussion on improving health in women through lifestyle and therapeutic strategies.