Understanding The Risk Factors And Burden Of Heart Disease And Stroke For Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander Women
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$86,117.00
Summary
Heart disease and stroke is the leading cause of death for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and accounts for over one quarter in the life expectancy gap. A recent survey found that 59% of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women live with heart disease or stroke. This PhD seeks to understand the risks of, and hospitalisation and mortality from heart disease and stroke in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women. The project is guided by a women’s Advisory Group.