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1 big reason for racial gap in hypertension: the Southern diet

New research underscores why it is so important to talk to black patients about the risks of a diet high in sodium and animal fats.

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3 questions to ask patients when measuring blood pressure

Here are three questions physicians should ask to improve blood-pressure measurement and control in their patients.

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AMA offers 10 health recommendations for New Year's resolutions

With the new year quickly approaching, the AMA is offering 10 recommendations to help make impactful, long-lasting improvements to their health in 2019.

Press Releases
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What you need to change your patients’ lifestyles in 2019

In 2018, there was increasing emphasis on lifestyle change for chronic disease prevention. Here is what you need to know to change your patients’ lifestyles.

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Man measuring his blood pressure at home
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BP-control success story starts in patient homes

This health center improved its hypertension-control rate by 30 percent. Find out more about how at-home blood pressure readings added to the success.

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3 foods your patients with high BP should avoid

Find out the biggest food culprits for too much sodium and discover where to learn more nutritional information to help improve your patients’ health.

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Secret to BP control success in practice: Medical assistants

This health center improved its hypertension-control rate by 28 percent. Find out more about the key role that MAs played in their success.

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A physician taking a patient's blood pressure.
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5 barriers to hypertension control: What they are and how to address them

To improve patient outcomes, it is important for physicians to understand the barriers to effective hypertension control and how to address them. Learn more.

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BP guideline, 1 year later: 4 patient groups see biggest impact

Nearly half of U.S. adults have hypertension, says the ACC/AHA BP guideline. Learn more about the patients most affected and who need your help.

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