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America’s Hypertension Awareness and Control Problem

CardiacWire

Nearly half of American adults have hypertension, and a new JAMA study reveals that the vast majority of them don’t have their blood pressure under control, while most don’t even know they have the disease. adults have hypertension, while uncontrolled hypertension is associated with $131B-$198B in annual healthcare costs.

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What’s wrong with the NHS? – Part 4

Dr. Malcolm Kendrick

Here, for example, plucked at random, is a reference to the latest NICE guidelines on the management of hypertension (high blood pressure) in adults. But this, the primary guideline on hypertension for adults, is but one of many. There are associated guidelines on hypertension in pregnancy. Has anyone.

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2024’s Mid-Year Review: FDA-Approved Cardiorenal Metabolic Drugs and Devices 

Cardiometabolic Health Congress

Staying informed about these cutting-edge developments is critical for providing exceptional patient care. Join us as we examine the landmark approvals that are revolutionizing patient outcomes. The first half of 2024 has ushered in a wave of transformative FDA approvals in cardiorenal metabolic health.

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American College of Cardiology ACC.24 Late-breaking Science and Guidelines Session Summary

DAIC

ET Main Tent (Hall B1) Effect of Gamification, Financial Incentives or Both Combined to Increase Physical Activity Among Patients with Elevated Risk For Major Adverse Cardiovascular Events. 24 and how those may impact clinical practice and patient care in this deep dive clinical trial session. ET Murphy Ballroom 4 ACC.24

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History & Future of Cardiac Remote Patient Monitoring

Vector Remote

While this is an alarming figure, what can be addressed is how clinicians are able to treat patients with those conditions and how the healthcare provided can be more effective for patients while increasing efficiency for clinics. Let’s discuss how the future of cardiac remote patient monitoring can help improve your clinic.

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Remote Patient Monitoring Workflow

Vector Remote

How to Incorporate Remote Patient Monitoring Into Existing Workflows Remote patient monitoring (RPM) is a service under the telemedicine umbrella that uses specialized technology to track patient health data in real time, integrating care updates into clinic workflows as needed. Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) Devices.