Don’t Wait to Medicate—Evidence for Early Intervention in Hypertension - Frankly Speaking Ep 454
Frankly Speaking About Family Medicine
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Overview: Treating hypertension within the first month can significantly improve long-term blood pressure control. This episode reviews new evidence and practical strategies to help you initiate timely therapy, optimize follow-up, and improve outcomes for patients with newly diagnosed, uncontrolled hypertension. Gain actionable insights to close a critical care gap.
Episode resource links:
- Barrett, R. B., Riesser, B., Martin, B., Sachdev, N., Rakotz, M. K., Sutherland, S. E., & Egan, B. M. (2025). Treatment in the First Month After Hypertension Diagnosis Improves Blood Pressure Control. Hypertension (Dallas, Tex. : 1979), 82(6), 1129–1136. https://doi.org/10.1161/HYPERTENSIONAHA.124.23508
- For your patients: 10 Ways to Control High Blood Pressure Without Medication
- For your patients: Natural Ways to Lower Blood Pressure
Guest: Jill M. Terrien PhD, ANP-BC
Music Credit: Matthew Bugos
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