Cardiovascular Risk According to Plasma Apolipoprotein and Lipid Profiles in a Canadian First Nation

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Riediger, N. D., Bruce, S. G., & Young, T. K. (2011). Cardiovascular risk according to plasma apolipoprotein and lipid profiles in a Canadian First Nation. Preventing Chronic Disease 8(1), Article A05. www.cdc.gov/pcd/issues/2011/jan/09_0216.htm

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"Introduction: Despite high diabetes rates among Canadian First Nations people, little is known about their cardiovascular disease risk. Our aim was to describe the apolipoprotein profile with respect to cardiovascular risk in a Canadian First Nation community. Methods: In 2003, a representative sample of adult members of a Manitoba First Nation (N = 483) participated in a screening study for diabetes and diabetes complications. We assessed their cardiovascular risk factors." (as cited in abstract)

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Manitoba

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