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Hypertension Education and the Burlington Housing Authority

Year: 2008

Type: article

Abstract: Background: • 2/3 seniors are hypertensive (>140/90 mm Hg) • Hypertension is the most common risk factor for premature heart disease and stroke • Non-modifiable risk factors: race, age, sex, diabetes mellitus, and hypercholesterolemia • Modifiable risk factors: smoking, obesity, and excessive alcohol • Clinical trials show that lifestylemodification and medications can reduce the incidence of adverse outcomes associated with hypertension • Patient education is a high priority

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Authors: Rebecca Evans, Matt Greene, David Iberri, C. Johnson, Benjamin R. Kunz, Annice Mason, Kanayo Tatsumi, Kelsey Walton, Sarah Russell, Alan E. Rubin, Jan K. Carney

Institution: University of Vermont

Language: English

Topic: Blood Pressure and Hypertension Studies

Subfield: Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W299568129

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