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119-hres-416119th Congress

Expressing support for the goals and ideals of "National Hypertension Awareness Month".

Sponsored By: Representative Beatty, Joyce [D-OH-3]

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Summary

This resolution would designate May as Hypertension Awareness Month and urges action to raise awareness and improve management of high blood pressure. It highlights prevention, regular monitoring, and better access to affordable care as ways to reduce harms from hypertension.

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  • Families and patients: Encourages education and self-monitoring to catch and control high blood pressure early. Nearly half of U.S. adults have hypertension and only about 1 in 4 have it under control.
  • Health care providers and public health agencies: Calls on them to expand outreach, screening, and treatment programs and to promote new therapies and technologies for blood pressure control.
  • Disadvantaged communities: Notes higher burdens on communities of color and low-income groups and supports initiatives to improve access to affordable, quality care and reduce disparities.
  • Researchers and advocates: Expresses appreciation and support for professionals and organizations working to reduce hypertension and improve cardiovascular outcomes.

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Sponsors & CoSponsors

Sponsor

Beatty, Joyce [D-OH-3]

OH • D

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