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Dr. David Goff named Deputy Director for Precision Medicine and Data Science
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Learn the science behind the DASH diet
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Featured health topic
Atherosclerosis
Atherosclerosis is a condition in which a sticky substance called plaque builds up in the arteries. This causes the arteries to narrow and can reduce blood flow through the body.
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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.

Learn more about heart failure research at NHLBI
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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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Sickle Cell Disease Advisory Committee - Agenda, January 14, 2025
Tue, Jan 14
Jan
15
Taking Care of #OurHearts Together: Building Heart-Healthy Communities
Wed, Jan 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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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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