Topic in Focus: Hypertension Control

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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.

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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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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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4 big ways BP measurement goes wrong, and how to tackle them

Inaccurate blood pressure measurement can lead to incorrect hypertension classification. These are the errors that often occur and how to address them.

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AMA statement on CDC mortality numbers

Decreased life expectancy provides a sobering reminder that our nation must embrace an evidence-driven, public health approach to confront health care issues.

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AMA offers 10 health recommendations for new year

As the new year approaches, the AMA is offering 10 recommendations to help Americans make the improvements to their health in 2023 and beyond.

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It works: E-learning module fills gaps in BP measurement training

Most medical students receive little training in blood pressure measurement, and it shows. An e-learning series aims to fix this. Learn with the AMA.

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Thousands of devices measure BP. Know which ones to trust.

Inaccurate BP readings can be dangerous. Learn about a website that lists devices to help patients measure blood pressure accurately at home.

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AMA CEO: Focused plan has produced 10 years of results

A decade-long strategic effort has helped reshape medicine for the 21st century, says AMA Executive Vice President and CEO James L. Madara, MD.

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