Coronary artery disease prevalence

1. Distressed Communities Index is associated with coronary artery disease prevalence in humans (US zip code-level analysis adjusted for region and rurality) (β=0.03 [95% CI, 0.03-0.03] per 1-unit increase in DCI).

   “DCI, geographic region, and rurality are independently associated with greater prevalence of CVD and its risk factors in the United States.”

   HumansUS zip code-level analysis adjusted for region and ruralityEach 1-unit increase in DCI2016-2020n = 26,058

   Correlation of the Distressed Communities Index Score With Cardiovascular Risk Factors and Disease in the United States

   Journal of the American Heart Association·Oct 30, 2026

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1. COPD progression is associated with coronary artery disease prevalence in humans (Patients with COPD; follow-up time used as an indicator of COPD progression) (Similar contributions from 4.5-year follow-up and a 5-year increase in age).

   “CAD prevalence increased over time, with similar effects attributable to the 4.5-year follow-up, used as indicator of COPD progression”

   HumansPatients with COPD; follow-up time used as an indicator of COPD progression4.5 years

   Disease Progression and Age as Factors Underlying Multimorbidity in Patients with COPD: Results from COSYCONET

   International journal of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease·Jul 29, 2022