Cardiovascular Disease Risk Factors in Chinese American Immigrants

The Chinese population is currently the fastest growing ethnic group in New York City (NYC). Research has shown that Chinese immigrants living in NYC have higher rates of cardiovascular disease (CVD) than individuals in China. This study will evaluate the effect that acculturation has on health habits and CVD risk factors in Chinese immigrants living in NYC.

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Key information

Conditions

Hypertension Body Weight Cardiovascular Diseases Chemically-Induced Disorders Diabetes Mellitus Endocrine System Diseases Glucose Metabolism Disorders Hyperinsulinism Insulin Resistance Mental Disorders Metabolic Diseases Metabolic Syndrome Metabolic Syndrome X Nutrition Disorders Nutritional and Metabolic Diseases Obesity Overnutrition Overweight Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms Signs and Symptoms Substance-Related Disorders Tobacco Use Disorder Vascular Diseases

Age range

18 year and older

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

Primary location

New York Downtown Hospital

New York, 10038, United States

About this study

CVD includes diseases that affect the heart and blood vessels. The underlying cause of CVD is atherosclerosis, in which fatty plaques develop on the inner walls of arteries. There are many risk factors for CVD, including inflammation, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and obesity. Research has shown that CVD mortality rates differ greatly between Chinese immigrants living in NYC and individuals living in China. Because of this difference, it is important to understand the impact of immigration and acculturation on health habits and psychosocial factors, which may influence the development of CVD. This study will gather information from Chinese immigrants in NYC to identify the impact of immigration and acculturation on behavior and CVD risk factors. In addition, results from this study may provide insight into the CVD risk patterns in other immigrant groups.

This study will enroll Chinese immigrants living in NYC. Participants will attend one study visit and will complete questionnaires to assess their health habits (diet, physical activity, and smoking), stress levels, and socioeconomic status. Participants will also undergo a physical examination and blood collection.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

Chinese immigrant
Currently residing in NYC

Exclusion criteria

Under 18 years of age
Not of Chinese dissent
Born outside mainland China

Treatment and study plan

Primary outcomes

Number of Participants With Hypertension

Time frame: 4 years

Systolic BP above 129 or Diastolic BP above 79.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Albert Einstein College of Medicine

Other

Collaborators

National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)

Registry information

Official study title

Chinese American Cardiovascular Health Assessment CHA-CHA

Acronym: CHA-CHA

Important dates

Study start: 2007
Primary completion: 2009
Study completion: 2009
First posted: Aug 9, 2006
Registry last updated: Jan 21, 2020

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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