Topic in Focus: Hypertension Control

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Robert Carey, MD, Thomas Lee, MD, Karol Watson, MD, Paul Whelton, MD, and Patricia Salber, MD
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For most, diet and exercise—not meds—key path to lower BP

Lead authors of the new hypertension guideline emphasize the importance of lifestyle changes in patients with high blood pressure.

Prevention & Wellness
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300+ medical practices, health systems recognized for BP control

The American Heart Association and American Medical Association select the first recipients of the new Target: BP™ Recognition Program awards.

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New PSA campaign urges Americans to bring hypertension under control

AHA, ASA, AMA and the Ad Council launch new PSAs encouraging viewers with high blood pressure to work with their doctor on a treatment plan.

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New BP guideline: 5 things physicians should know

Evidence-driven recommendations mean big changes for patients and physicians to understand. Here is what doctors need to know.

Prevention & Wellness
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AMA statement on updated guideline for measuring blood pressure

The AMA renews its call to all American adults to monitor their blood pressure levels and take the necessary steps to get their hypertension under control.

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New project has long-term goal: Unleash new era of patient care

A collaborative effort across health care and technology stakeholders aims to enable better, more effective patient care.

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AMA to unleash a new era of patient care

New collaborative initiative brings health and technology stakeholders around a common data model.

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Florida physician makes blood-pressure control a priority

Saint Anthony Amofah, MD, emphasizes Target: BP and highlights his practice’s dedication to maintaining target blood pressure levels.

Prevention & Wellness
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Half of young adults with high BP go untreated

Young men especially appear less likely to make use of the health system to get their hypertension under control.

Prevention & Wellness