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The Hypertension Council fosters excellence in hypertension research and education in support of the AHA’s mission. Hypertension remains a world-wide public-health challenge and is a leading cause of stroke, heart disease, and the progression of chronic kidney disease. The annual Hypertension Scientific Sessions showcases timely research.
The KCVD Council works to reduce cardiovascular-related disability and death through research, communication, advocacy, and education about the kidney. Kidney disease is a major cause and consequence of cardiovascular disease. Chronic renal insufficiency can contribute to development of hypertension, vascular disease, atherosclerosis and other morbidity and mortality risk factors.
DCP
Chlorthalidone Compared to Hydrochlorothiazide for the Prevention of Cardiovascular Events in Patients With Hypertension
Areef Ishani | Minneapolis VA Health Care System, Minneapolis, Minnesota
- DCP trial data summary slide (PPTX)
- Clinical Trials ID: NCT02185417
- AHA Press Release: No difference in heart outcomes found in use of two diuretics to treat blood pressure
MB-BP
The Effect of Adapted Mindfulness Training in Participants With Elevated Office Blood Pressure: The Mindfulness-Based Blood Pressure Reduction (MB-BP) Randomized Clinical Trial
Eric B. Loucks | Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island
- ClinicalTrials ID: NCT03859076
- AHA Press Release: Mindfulness shows promise as an effective intervention to lower blood pressure
- Short Video: MB-BP Results in under 3 minutes
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