📣NHLBI is thrilled to announce our showcase pages highlighting Heart, Lung, Blood, and Sleep Research and Education, as well as, Implementation Science! 📣 These pages will drill down on the latest news, events, funding/training opportunities, and more. ◾ HEART RESEARCH & EDUCATION: https://lnkd.in/eG6dmQ4g ◾ LUNG RESEARCH & EDUCATION: https://lnkd.in/ezruuA5m ◾ BLOOD RESEARCH & EDUCATION: https://lnkd.in/eJS9xyXZ ◾ SLEEP RESEARCH & EDUCATION: https://lnkd.in/ebYd7skw ◾ IMPLEMENTATION SCIENCE: https://lnkd.in/eh_6wCv7
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The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) is the nation's leader in the prevention and treatment of heart, lung, and blood diseases, and sleep disorders. The Institute provides research, training, and education programs with the goal of enhancing the health of all individuals so that they can live longer and more fulfilling lives. Privacy/Comment Policy: https://bit.ly/3Bt8IQg
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http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/
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- Government Administration
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- Bethesda, Maryland
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- Government Agency
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- 1948
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Bethesda, Maryland 20892, US
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On this episode of #AskAScientist, NHLBI's Dr. Sean Agbor-Enoh talks about improving organ transplant success with a blood test. Listen to learn more: https://go.nih.gov/5BReVHQ
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National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute reposted this
CEAL research teams are dedicated to advancing health equity, improving health outcomes, and fostering robust community partnerships through community-engaged research. A key focus of the 21 CEAL teams since their work began in 2020 is addressing health disparities by elevating COVID-19 vaccination rates and bolstering vaccine confidence within the communities it serves. Explore CEAL's impact on COVID-19 vaccine confidence in diverse communities across the country: https://go.nih.gov/LDrqg5R
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Register to attend NHLBI’s Annual #SickleCellDisease Research Meeting on August 12-14 to hear experts discuss the latest #SickleCell disease research developments. Register before 5 p.m. ET on July 22 for in-person/hybrid or before 5 p.m. ET on August 5 for virtual: https://bit.ly/3zBE0WN
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NHLBI recently released an updated edition of the Your Guide to Lowering Cholesterol with Therapeutic Lifestyle Changes (TLC) booklet. This easy-to-read booklet is designed to help people make the lifestyle changes that will lower blood cholesterol and reduce risk for heart disease. It explains how to follow the TLC diet (low in saturated fat, trans fat, and dietary cholesterol), increase physical activity, and manage weight for people whose cholesterol level is above their goal. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3W4Yj7L
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Optimal blood sugar levels power workouts but these processes can be altered for people with diabetes and lead to fatigue and future complications, including heart problems. Researchers now have a better understanding of metabolic pathways involved: https://bit.ly/4bxC0fq.
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New research explores the interaction between how genetic and lifestyle factors influence the risk of obesity and obesity-related diseases. It finds that modifiable lifestyle factors can offset the risk for obesity determined by your genes. https://bit.ly/465zuvI
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You can explore #NIHRECOVER data in #BioDataCatalyst with or without logging in. Attend the Community Hours on Wednesday July 17 at 1 p.m. ET to find out how. Plus, get live coaching on estimating the budget for your project. Register to attend or to receive the materials via email: https://bit.ly/3KWyqRk
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The longest running study of #HIV survivors is marking its 40th anniversary this year. NHLBI’s MACS/WIHS study now focuses on chronic health conditions, including heart and lung diseases, in people living with HIV. Read more here: https://go.nih.gov/QFzkp7h
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The enzyme ATP-citrate lyase (ACLY) emerges as a therapeutic target for preventing structural changes in the heart that occur with #HeartFailure, according to new research in Nature Cardiovascular Research: https://t.co/xclyTHnitO
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