Trends in Prevalence, Awareness, Treatment, and Control of Hypertension in the United States, 1988-2000

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Abstract

Contrary to earlier reports, hypertension prevalence is increasing in the United States. Hypertension control rates, although improving, continue to be low. Programs targeting hypertension prevention and treatment are of utmost importance.

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Blood Pressure and Hypertension Studies Nutritional Studies and Diet Sodium Intake and Health

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Zero hunger

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Published in: JAMA

Volume 290, Issue 2, pp. 199-199

DOI: 10.1001/jama.290.2.199

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