At the #BioDataCatalyst Community Hours on May 22, at 1PM ET hear about research on #Asthma in #Hispanic and #Latino populations. Not available? Register and receive the video and materials afterwards: bit.ly/4bMetIg

Researchers link measures of reduced cardiac function and metabolic dysfunction–associated steatotic liver disease ( #MASLD ), formerly #NAFLD , which may inform future approaches for diagnostics and prevention: bit.ly/4au2L3Q ATVB: An AHA Journal Framingham Heart Study NIDDK

Researchers found that a genetic variant called V142I, present in 3-4% of Black Americans, contributes to an increased risk for heart failure and death. The findings shed light on how the variant increases disease risk and the value of screening. go.nih.gov/ws0UZD5 #JAMA

Save the date: May 29 at 1:00 p.m. ET to watch the live videocast of Dr. Sadiya S. Khan discussing how #CardiovascularHealth in the #Peripartum period is associated with pregnancy outcomes for the birthing adult and offspring. Use this link: bit.ly/49Rrkrf

Some proteins shift their shape when exposed to different temperatures, revealing previously unknown binding sites for medications, according to an #NHLBI -supported study published in nature. The findings could lead to improved drug design. bit.ly/3UOMksW

The NHLBI PRIDE Programs for Inclusion and Diversity Among Individuals Engaged in Health-Related Research are now accepting applications. Space is limited for the 2024 mentored training programs so apply early! bit.ly/3Jxb04l

New #NHLBI -funded clinical trial results suggest that acetaminophen shows promise in warding off #ARDS & organ injury in patients with #sepsis . The trial also finds that the drug is safe and could have the greatest benefit for the sickest patients. go.nih.gov/4O54zZB

Family history of atrial tachyarrhythmia, a type of abnormal heart rhythm, & race are linked with > odds for developing early-onset atrial flutter, suggesting a potentially heritable pre-disposition, new research finds. bit.ly/4akQSxc American Heart Association #CardioTwitter

AsthmaNet is a nationwide clinical research network dedicated to exploring new approaches for treating #asthma from childhood to adulthood. Learn more about how NHLBI supports new approaches to asthma treatment here. asthmanetresearch.org #NHLBI75

RESEARCHERS: Win up to $20K USD 💰 in a Global Cardiovascular Research Funders Forum data challenge to better accelerate science through funding. Learn more 👉 bit.ly/43PFOXh #CVDResearch #StrokeResearch #gcrff #CardioTwitter

Due to chronic inflammation, people living w/ #HIV can face increased risks for living w/other conditions, like #PulmonaryHypertension . Researchers describe known & unknown variables, while noting the importance of cross-cutting + translational research bit.ly/3wg0N9o.

NHLBI's Dr. Patrice Desvigne-Nickens highlights the staggering maternal health disparities in the latest #AskAScientist interview.

Today is #WorldHypertensionDay . Hypertension, otherwise known as high blood pressure is a major risk factor for heart disease. Have your blood pressure checked at each healthcare provider visit and talk to your provider about ways to control it.

The American Indian, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, & Pacific Islander (AI/AN NHPI) Enrichment Initiative champions #CEnR to address health disparities in AI/AN NHPI populations, creating sustainable infrastructures for resilient communities: bit.ly/3GD6j7o #AANHPIMonth

CEAL hosted its first #MaternalHealth Summit 🙌

Researchers, policy experts, public health professionals, and community leaders from CEAL's maternal health programs explored connections of history, policy, and health outcomes: bit.ly/3V1VFPL #WomensHealthWeek

NIH-funded researchers found that 54% of older American Indians have cognitive impairment, including 10% with #dementia . This study shows that #CognitiveImpairment among elder American Indians may be more prevalent than previously thought. Learn more: go.nia.nih.gov/3yfU7Zh

It’s National Women’s Health Week! Dr. Gina Wei, the @NIH_NHLBI’s Director of Prevention and Population Sciences Program in the Division Cardiovascular Sciences is a womenshealth.gov #NWHW2024 ambassador!

To identify new therapies for #PeripartumCardiomyopathy , a rare heart condition that can occur in late pregnancy or shortly after, #REBIRTH investigators are studying potential genetic links and a new treatment approach: go.usa.gov/xzUF7 #NWHW #MaternalHealth

As more hospitals offer minimally-invasive procedures to open blocked coronary arteries, these procedures increase by about 10%. Researchers explain why extra caution may be needed: bit.ly/3UH1txH AEM Journal #CardioTwitter

Do you have experience managing budget and workforce analysis, modeling, and forecasting activities and tools for a scientific organization? NHLBI is hiring! bit.ly/3Wyx1Y0