Are there racial differences in regards to levels of coronary artery disease?

Always: Many stuides show differences among racial lines; my personal opinion is that these really demonstrate differences in socioeconomic levels. I feel it is much more dependent upon income levels and the types of foods and lifestyle a person leads. Lower socioeconomic groups tend to eat foods that are less healthy and engage in alcohol and tobacco use as well as engaging in less exercise.

Yes: The reported incidence of heart disease is higher in minorities, but it is unclear whether this due actual incidence or poor identification until a problem exists. Better preventive care and follow up likely eliminate any racial differences.

CAD: All races get coronary artery disease. Incidence of CAD may be related to the prevalence of diabetes in different ethnic groups.