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Empowered by data, more Chicago patients achieved BP control

Learn how Cook County Health improved BP control in historically marginalized communities during a deadlier phase of the pandemic.

Hypertension
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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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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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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.

Hypertension
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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
Fighting for Physicians
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Even with Rx use, lower BP control achieved for Black patients

Learn more with the AMA about three areas to focus on to address hypertension-care inequities and improve BP control among Black patients.

Population Care
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Online training helps get—and keep—BP measurement skills sharp

A study shows the value of a 30-minute e-learning module that helps care teams learn the 14 essential BP measurement skills.

Hypertension