Strong Heart Study Breakthrough: Revealing Cholesterol Trends in American Indian Youth

An article from the Strong Heart Study (SHS) team, spearheaded by Dr. Jessica Reese, assistant professo or research in the Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology, has made waves in national and international health circles. Titled "Dyslipidemia in American Indian Adolescents and Young Adults: Strong Heart Family Study," this groundbreaking research sheds light on the prevalence of abnormal cholesterol levels among American Indian youth.

Published simultaneously with a NIH news release on March 6, 2024, and subsequently highlighted by the American Heart Association, the study underscores the critical need for targeted interventions within this demographic. The article's significance is further underscored by its impressive attention score of 119 (in the 98th percentile) on Altmetric, a testament to its impact in the scientific community.

The collaborative efforts of the team from the Center for American Indian Health Research, including contributions from various departments and funding agencies, have culminated in this pivotal research endeavor. Dr. Jessica Reese, along with fellow researchers Dr. Taqueer Ali, Dr. Elisa Lee, Ying Zhang and Kimberly Malloy from the Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology, played instrumental roles in bringing this vital study to fruition.

For more information, please visit the article: Dyslipidemia in American Indian Adolescents and Young Adults: Strong Heart Family Study