The purpose of this project is to develop and implement an outreach strategy that will help to improve cardiovascular health in American Indian populations. The project will seek to increase awareness and knowledge of the risk factors that contribute to CVD--high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol, smoking diabetes, obesity, and physical inactivity. The project will aim to develop and implement heart health promotion strategies to address the needs, and incorporate the culture, traditions, lifestyles, and value of American Indians.

Agency
National Institute of Health (NIH)
Institute
Office of The Director, NHLBI (NHLBI)
Type
Research and Development Contracts (N01)
Project #
N01HO079228-000
Application #
2662910
Study Section
Project Start
1997-09-30
Project End
1999-10-01
Budget Start
1997-09-30
Budget End
1999-10-01
Support Year
Fiscal Year
1997
Total Cost
Indirect Cost
Name
Native American Management Services
Department
Type
DUNS #
City
Reston
State
VA
Country
United States
Zip Code
20190