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AMA announces success with helping patients control high blood pressure

AMA MAP BP™ program helps major health system achieve significant improvement in blood pressure control among patients during COVID-19 pandemic.

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It works: E-learning module fills gaps in BP measurement training

Most medical students receive little training in blood pressure measurement, and it shows. An e-learning series aims to fix this. Learn with the AMA.

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Thousands of devices measure BP. Know which ones to trust.

Inaccurate BP readings can be dangerous. Learn about a website that lists devices to help patients measure blood pressure accurately at home.

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At USC, medical students learn BP measurement all 4 years

Most medical students get precious few hours of blood pressure measurement instruction. An e-learning series from the AMA aims to change that.

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Millions of patients nationwide helped by efforts to control BP

More than 1,300 health care organizations in 49 states are being recognized for their efforts to address hypertension. Learn more with the AMA.

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Target: BP™ program helps 8 million with hypertension improve heart

American Heart Association and American Medical Association celebrate more than 1,300 physician practices and health systems committed to blood pressure control.

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Smartphone apps alone not enough to improve self-measured BP

Smartphone-enabled SMBP devices hold promise for helping to control blood pressure, but research shows clinical support remains key. Learn with the AMA.

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9 ways to reverse the downward trend of hypertension control

Since 2014, BP control has continued to decline. Learn more with the AMA about ways physicians and health systems can improve hypertension control.

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At Loyola, virtual training boosts BP-measurement skills

The COVID-19 pandemic made virtual learning a fixture of medical education. An online training module from the AMA can help ensure it’s effective.

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