CDC: Prevalence of Hypertension Higher in Rural Versus Urban Areas
The prevalence of hypertension varies across states and is higher in rural versus urban areas.
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Hypertension and Atrial Fibrillation Significantly Associated With Cerebrovascular Accidents in Systemic Sclerosis
Researchers evaluated the association between systemic sclerosis (SSc) and ischemic stroke, and determined risk factors for cerebrovascular accidents in SSc.
Nicardipine HCl Injection Now Available From American Regent
An AP-rated and therapeutically equivalent generic of Cardene IV (Chiesi) has been made available by American Regent.
Teen Obesity, T2DM, Hypertension May Lead to Early Vascular Aging
The presence of obesity, type 2 diabetes, and elevated systolic blood pressure (SBP) in adolescence accelerates the progression of risk factors that play a role in the development of early vascular aging.
Incidence of Hypertension Disorders of Pregnancy Underestimated
The incidence of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP) is underestimated when assessed on a per-pregnancy basis and confers a significant increase in risks for cardiovascular and kidney diseases.
Antihypertensive Drugs Not Associated With Greater COVID-19 Risk, Severity
Patients taking common hypertensive medications were not found to be at higher risk for infection with severe SARS-CoV-2 or more likely to have severe complications from COVID-19.
Cardiovascular Safety of Fremanezumab in Patients With Migraine
Treatment with fremanezumab for episodic and chronic migraine was found to have a favorable cardiovascular safety profile in patients with and without a history of cardiovascular disease.
Hypertension, Obesity, Diabetes Common in Patients With COVID-19
The most common comorbidities among patients hospitalized with COVID-19 in the New York City area are hypertension, obesity, and diabetes.
![AF is a complex condition associated with mechanical, electrical, and structural abnormalities of the atria; thus, many factors can predispose to its development.[6] It is most common in patients aged ≥65 years, affecting 9% of this population.[1] It is also more common in women, those of European descent, those with predisposing comorbidities and lifestyle factors, and after surgery.[1] Comorbidities that increase the risk of AF include obesity, cardiovascular conditions (eg, hypertension, coronary artery disease, structural heart disease), and other chronic conditions (eg, hyperthyroidism, asthma). Heavy alcohol use is known to increase risk of developing AF, but a recently published study indicates that regular consumption of even small amounts of alcohol can lead to atrial enlargement and subsequent AF.[7] In addition, several cases of AF after episodes of heavy binge drinking have been reported in people who normally drink little or no alcohol and have no underlying cardiovascular comorbidities.[8]](https://3fvcugvijkt9bj7w3wf2t712-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2019/01/slideshowsizefeaturehyperten_1061303.jpg)
High Prevalence of Hypertension in the United States in 2017 to 2018
In 2017 to 2018, 45.4 percent of adults had hypertension, with prevalence higher among men than women.
Most Home BP Devices Available Online Are Not Validated
Most home blood pressure (BP) devices available online are nonvalidated, and they are sold at a lower cost than validated ones.
Hypertension in Pregnancy Ups Risk for Mental Disorder in Child
Maternal hypertensive pregnancy disorders are associated with increased risk in offspring for any childhood mental disorder.
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