Lawmakers Introduce Bill for South Asian Heart Health Research Grants
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Updated Sep 21
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What happened
A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers reintroduced the South Asian Heart Health Awareness and Research Act. The legislation seeks to authorize the U.S. health secretary to provide grants to states for programs focused on cardiovascular disease in South Asian communities. The bill was introduced in the House and supported by Cory Booker.
From prokerala.com
Why it matters
The act addresses the disproportionately high incidence of heart disease in South Asian Americans. It calls for increased federal research, public awareness, and culturally appropriate programs to combat the issue.
From prokerala.com
Who's involved
- Cory BookerSupported the introduction of the bill regarding South Asian heart health research.
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The entities involved
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Cory Booker
American politician (born 1969)
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Bangladesh
country in South Asia