The Hispanic Community Health Study/Study of Latinos (HCHS/SOL) is the largest, most comprehensive long-term study of Hispanic and Latino health and disease in the United States. Participants were recruited in 2008-2010 through multi-stage probability sampling across four field centers (Chicago, IL; Miami, FL; Bronx, NY; and San Diego, CA). Participants returned for two in-person clinic examinations, with a fourth examination anticipated next year.
The HCHS/SOL aims to identify the prevalence of chronic conditions and risk and protective factors linked to developing these conditions among a diverse cohort of Hispanics/Latinos.
