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The Native American National CVD Preventation Program

Internet URL

http://www.ihs.gov/MedicalPrograms/Cardiology/card/cvd.cfm  

Sponsoring Agency

Indian Health Service, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Description

A significant rise in the rate of coronary artery disease has been noted among Native Americans throughout the past several decades. Indeed, cardiovascular disease has become the leading cause of death among American Indians.

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Review Date

9/5/2006