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Younger and sicker: Trends presage “tsunami” of heart problems

Data on 13,000 young adults shows rising prevalence of cardiovascular risk factors. Learn why it amounts to a “smoldering public health crisis.”

Hypertension
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8 MIN READ

10 years later, how AMA’s strategy changed us—and health care

The AMA’s sharper focus continues to reverberate across health care in new and make an impact in exciting ways.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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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.

Hypertension
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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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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.

Hypertension
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Why telehealth is key to turning the tide on BP control

Expert panel’s “big ideas” to improve hypertension control includes telehealth and at-home BP monitoring. Find out how the AMA is supporting both.

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Hypertension
AMA Recovery Plan for Physicians
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3 MIN READ

Don’t overlook young adult patients for hypertension concerns

A study of blood pressure measurements in hundreds of people over 30 years old found changes in early adulthood can affect brain function in midlife.

Hypertension
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4 MIN READ

How prioritizing BP control can transform care delivery

An evidence-based quality improvement program has reshaped how a Michigan health system approaches and treats established and new patients. Learn more.

Hypertension
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6 MIN READ

What doctors wish patients knew about high blood pressure

While almost half of all adults have high blood pressure, many don’t know they have this condition. A family physician shares what is important to know.

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Hypertension
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™