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The aim is to understand the blood pressure of the Cuna Indians living in the San Blas Archipelago.

The Blood Pressure of the Cuna Indians

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Report on blood pressure levels in Cuna Indians, indicating health trends in island populations.

The aim is to understand the blood pressure of the Cuna Indians living in the San Blas Archipelago.
Population consisted of approximately 15,000 Cuna Indians.
Observations made on physical characteristics and living conditions.
Comparison of health metrics before and after migration to the islands.
High death rates attributed to historical malaria exposure on the mainland.
Population showed adaptations to island living conditions.
Physical characteristics indicate a distinct adaptation to their environment.

B. H. Kean (1944) studied this question.

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