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flag Immigrants' lower heart disease risk fades over time in the U.S., linked to lifestyle changes and healthcare barriers.

flag Immigrants to the U.S. initially have lower rates of heart disease risk factors like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and smoking compared to U.S.-born adults, but this advantage declines with longer residence. flag A study of nearly 16,000 adults from the 2011–2016 NHANES survey found that immigrants who lived in the U.S. for over 15 years had higher rates of diabetes and high cholesterol, especially among Asian immigrants. flag Researchers attribute the decline to acculturation, including adoption of unhealthy American diets, reduced physical activity, increased stress, and barriers to healthcare. flag They recommend regular screenings and culturally tailored prevention strategies, noting that length of U.S. residence should be considered a risk factor for cardiovascular disease. flag Findings are preliminary and await peer review.

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