Topic in Focus: Hypertension Control

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AMA immediate past president testifies today on COVID-19 inequities

During the hearing, Harris' prepared testimony identified three factors behind the greater risk facing Black communities.

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Pandemic shines spotlight on chronic disease prevention priority

The COVID-19 pandemic has shifted in several directions, but one thing is clear: chronic disease prevention must be a priority in health care.

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National campaign aims to support heart health among Black women

A new campaign launches to reach Black women and their squads to help them protect their hearts through monitoring and managing blood pressure.

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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds: Week of June 1, 2020

Read AMA Morning Rounds®️’ most popular stories in medicine and public health from the week of June 1, 2020 – June 5, 2020.

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AMA, coalition announce campaign to advocate for heart health with Black women

Together, AMA and coalition launch “Release the Pressure” campaign aimed at supporting Black women to monitor, manage their blood pressure.

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How to code for SMBP? AMA guides break down CPT during pandemic

Whether caring for patients using self-monitored blood pressure (SMBP) for the first time or testing for COVID-19, find out how to code with updated AMA guidance.

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Strengthening long-distance care for chronic disease patients

As many patients with chronic disease reconsider seeking care due to COVID-19 exposure concerns, what should physicians do to help?

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Project aims to validate clinical accuracy of BP measurement devices

Through independent review of blood pressure devices, a first-of-its-kind listing of clinically validated BP devices has been released in the U.S.

Hypertension
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6 heart-health points to drive home with patients

With nearly half of American adults living with high blood pressure, the AMA is offering advice to help physicians improve their patients’ heart health and cut the risk of heart attack and stroke.

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