FAITH! Heart Health+

Overview

About this study

The purpose of this study is to explore the biopsychosocial pathway between the social determinants of health, stress and structural racism and cardiovascular health (CVH) among African Americans.

The social determinants of health, stress and structural racism will influence the ability of African-Americans to achieve ideal cardiovascular health (CVH) as defined by the American Heart Association Life’s Simple 7 (AHA LS7).

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Enrolled FAITH! Trial participant.
  • Men and women, 18 years of age and older.
  • African-American race/ethnicity.
  • Active email address.

 
Exclusion Criteria: 

  • Not enrolled in the FAITH! Trial.

Eligibility last updated 10/21/21. Questions regarding updates should be directed to the study team contact.

 

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location Status Contact

Rochester, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

LaPrincess Brewer, M.D., M.P.H.

Closed for enrollment

Contact information:

Lainey Moen M.A.

(507) 266-7062

Moen.Lainey@mayo.edu

Minneapolis, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

LaPrincess Brewer, M.D., M.P.H.

Closed for enrollment

Contact information:

Lainey Moen M.A.

(507) 266-7062

Moen.Lainey@mayo.edu

More information

Publications

Publications are currently not available