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  S TATEMENT OF  A DMINISTRATION  P OLICY H.R. 3771 – South Asian Heart Health Awareness and Research Act of 2022 (Rep. Pramila Jayapal, D-WA, and 32 cosponsors) The Administration strongly supports House passage of H.R. 3771, the South Asian Heart Health Awareness and Research Act of 2022, and looks forward to working with the Senate on this critical bill.   South Asian Americans carry a disproportionate risk of cardiovascular disease and related disorders like type 2 diabetes.  Worldwide, despite comprising just a quarter of the population, South Asians account for 60 percent of all heart disease cases.  In the United States, South Asian Americans have a significantly higher risk of mortality from coronary heart disease than the general population.  Earlier recognition and treatment of this community’s specific risk factors for heart disease is therefore essential to mitigate disease burden and reduce disparities in care and outcomes.   The Sout...

The Month of May is not just for Cinco De Mayo and Memorial Day . The president is also honoring Older Americans, Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, Law Day, and National Foster Care, all with distinct proclamations. On honoring older Americans the president writes: Older Americans are now living longer, healthier, and richer lives than ever before. As the eldest of the baby boomers turn 65, our Nation can look forward to the contributions of a new generation of American seniors. Each year, we set aside the month of May to honor older Americans, celebrate their role in steering the course of our history, and recognize their valuable insights and wisdom. Read more . On recognizing Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month the president writes: This month, our Nation celebrates the contributions and accomplishments of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI). Our AAPI communities have roots that span the globe, but their stories of striving and success are u...