Topic in Focus: Hypertension Control

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What you need to start self-measured blood pressure in your practice

Accurate blood pressure readings help physicians treat patients with hypertension. Results show self-measured blood pressure provides better information. 3 resources can help you implement SMBP in your practice.

Hypertension
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Why add self-measured blood pressure monitoring to your medical practice

Hypertension-related deaths increased 66 percent in the last decade. Adding self- measured blood pressure to your practice provides better readings and engages patients in managing their hypertension.

Hypertension
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5 ways to promote better heart health among your patients

American Heart Month puts the spotlight on uncontrolled hypertension as one of the leading causes of death. Suggestions offer ways to help patients improve their heart health.

Hypertension
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Ways physicians found to put patients first in 2015

AMA President Steven J. Stack, MD, reflected on the patient-physician relationship is crucial to effective treatment. Learn some of the ways physicians put patients first and advanced their medical care this year.

Physician-Patient Relationship
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Top 10 newsmakers for physicians in 2015

Among the biggest news stories for physicians in 2015 included the end of an era for Medicare, the launch of one of the most complex practice changes in recent decades, and the continued advancement of patient care.

Medicare & Medicaid
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Is 120 mm Hg the new BP target? What headlines aren't telling you

A health study determined that 120 mm Hg is the new blood pressure target to lower mortality rates. What the headlines don’t say are those outcomes apply only to patients who meet the same criteria as study participants.

Hypertension
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National health associations call to prioritize blood pressure control

The American Heart Association (AHA) and the AMA today announced a nationwide initiative aimed at addressing high blood pressure in the U.S.

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Top 9 takeaways from heart health tweet chat

How can physicians partner with their patients to ensure a healthy heart environment? The AMA hosted a vibrant tweet chat on World Heart Day when primary care physician Michael Rakotz, MD, sat down with leading cardiologist Clyde Yancy, MD.

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Doctor gives 4 ways to avoid one behavior that's aging your heart

Being sedentary is a primary risk factor of heart disease and premature heart aging. What to do if your job involves sitting for hours? One physician offers simple ways you can avoid this deadly behavior.

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