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About 1 in 4 Americans are iron deficient, NHLBI-funded researchers find
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Learn about the potential benefits and risks of fish oil omega-3 supplements
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COPD
COPD, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, is a long-term condition that damages the lungs and blocks airflow into and out of the lungs. This makes it hard to breathe.
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Featured Areas of Research

Discover research programs and initiatives that seek to inform prevention, diagnosis, and treatment for today’s major health challenges and conditions.
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Heart Failure

NHLBI-supported research has contributed to heart failure treatments using breakthrough therapies.

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Data Science

BioData Catalyst is a cloud-based ecosystem where researchers can analyze data related to NHLBI focus areas, like Long COVID, sickle cell disease, asthma, and heart disease.

BioData Catalyst Research
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Community Engagement Alliance (CEAL)

CEAL is helping communities hardest hit by COVID-19. Learn more about CEAL and its programs.

Community Engagement Alliance (CEAL) Against COVID-19 Disparities

NHLBI Events

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Synthetic Biology + NHLBI: Teaming Developers and Users Virtual Workshop
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Progenitor Resilience and the Early Onset of Chronic Lung Diseases Virtual Workshop
Thu, Nov 7
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Heterogeneity and Sex/Gender Differences in Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Personalized Approaches to Diagnosis, Treatment, and Implementation Virtual Workshop
Thu, Nov 14
Nov
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Advancing the COPD National Action Plan: Progress and Priorities Virtual Workshop
Fri, Nov 15
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The NHLBI has materials for patients and health professionals on many health topics, such as asthma, heart disease, and sickle cell disease.

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Our Mission

The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) provides global leadership for a research, training, and education program to promote the prevention and treatment of heart, lung, and blood disorders and enhance the health of all individuals so that they can live longer and more fulfilling lives.

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