Topic in Focus: Hypertension Control

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AMA Update for Aug. 23, 2024: High blood pressure success stories: How Henry Ford Health System is treating hypertension in adults
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High blood pressure success stories: How Henry Ford Health System is treating hypertension in adults

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about how one health system is treating hypertension.

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Hypertension CME on AMA Ed Hub™

From blood pressure management to measurement best practices and health inequities, gain the essential skills you need to help patients.

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To prevent heart disease, intervene early and often

Interventions to improve heart health take time, says cardiologist and AMA member Willie Lawrence, MD. Keep these tips in mind to increase BP control.

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Self-measured blood pressure (SMBP) benefits for patients with Medicaid

AMA works with state medical societies to develop state-specific resources to enable practitioners to learn, access and prescribe SMBP for Medicaid beneficiaries. Learn more.

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Self-measured blood pressure (SMBP) benefits for patients with Medicaid: North Carolina

Access state-specific PDF resources that enable North Carolina practitioners to learn, access and prescribe SMBP for Medicaid beneficiaries.

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What doctors wish patients knew about preeclampsia

Preeclampsia can present with no symptoms, but high BP is a hallmark. Two ob-gyns shed light on preeclampsia and what to keep in mind.

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AMA advocacy to improve maternal health

The AMA is committed to tackling the issues surrounding maternal mortality and morbidity. Download the PDFs and learn more about ongoing efforts on improving maternal health.

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It will take all of medicine to reduce maternal mortality

Maternal morbidity and mortality rates remain alarmingly high in the U.S. Physicians must screen and act on preeclampsia, BP and mental health risks.

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AMA Update for July 22, 2024: Culturally competent care benefits: Reducing health disparities and patient-centered care examples
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Culturally competent care benefits: Reducing health disparities and patient-centered care examples

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about culturally competent and patient-centered care.

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Culturally competent care benefits: Reducing health disparities and patient-centered care examples [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about culturally competent and patient-centered care.

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