Blood pressure remains one of the most powerful—and modifiable—predictors of risk factors for development of cardiovascular diseases, such as stroke, kidney disease, heart attack, dementia and mortality. Yet despite its routine use in clinical practice, blood pressure measurement is... Continue Reading
As physicians, we do everything that we can to make sure that our patients can live healthy and productive lives. We know the risks of uncontrolled hypertension, and that lifestyle interventions such as managing weight, healthy diet, exercise, avoiding alcohol use, avoiding smoking, managing... Continue Reading
Hypertension is one of the most important—and most treatable—risk factors for heart disease. Physicians and care teams have the power to make a significant difference. By championing targeted changes in policies, systems, and practices within their organizations, clinicians can help... Continue Reading
The New Hampshire Medical Society (NHMS) recently received a planning grant from the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services. The purpose of the grant is to explore ways the Medical Society can help expand use of chronic disease resources and improve access and care for treatment of... Continue Reading
