Topic in Focus: Hypertension Control

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Maternal mortality solutions: Remote blood pressure monitoring for pregnant and postpartum patients [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about pregnancy-induced hypertension.

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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Feb. 12, 2024

In the news: Flu activity on the rise after national decline, salt substitutes and BP risk, FTC and HHS investigate generic drug shortages and more.

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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Feb. 5, 2024

In the news: EPA proposed action on PFAS “forever chemicals,” link between phthalates and preterm births, syphilis testing recommendations from the CDC and more.

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What doctors wish patients knew about the deadly risk of stroke

During a stroke, every second counts. That is why it is important to know and recognize symptoms early. Two physicians share more.

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Pearl of the Week: Tackling hypertension at the population level

Find resources on using a patient registry to zero in on health conditions.

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Patients can take these steps to lower their high blood pressure

Hypertension can be a silent killer. Learn what doctors wish patients knew about which changes to make to lower BP and why they matter.

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What doctors wish patients knew about their family health history

Family health history is a big predictor of overall health risk. An Atlantic Health System physician discusses what to know about family health history.

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AMA offers 10 health recommendations for new year

AMA offers recommendations to help Americans make the most impactful, long-lasting improvements to their health in 2024 and beyond

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When winter begins, BP readings can rise. How much does it matter?

Learn with the AMA about how the winter season may pose unexpected challenges to those seeking to control and manage high blood pressure.

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