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Revision as of 00:01, 17 December 2024
Overview
Jackson Heart Study (JHS) run by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)
Goals
- To explore the reasons behind the higher incidence of cardiovascular disease (CVD) among African Americans.
- To identify genetic, social, environmental, and lifestyle factors contributing to CVD.
- To foster community health education and promote research careers among minority students.
Sponsor
- Federal Agency: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) and National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities (NIMHD)
- Sponsoring Office: Part of the National Institutes of Health
Creation
The JHS was initiated in 2000 to address the disproportionate burden of cardiovascular diseases in African Americans. It is a collaborative effort involving Jackson State University, Tougaloo College, the University of Mississippi Medical Center, and the NHLBI.
Funding
The study has been supported by the NHLBI and NIMHD since its start. A significant funding renewal was announced in 2018, extending support into the 2024 phase.
Leadership
The current director of the Jackson Heart Study is Dr. April P. Carson.
Website
https://www.jacksonheartstudy.org/
Social Media Accounts
- No specific social media accounts are listed for the Jackson Heart Study.
Wikipedia Article
There is no dedicated Wikipedia article for the Jackson Heart Study; information can be found in broader health research articles.
