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A Needs Assessment Of Hypertension In Georgia, Faye Lopez, Marylen Rimando, Harshali Khapekar
A Needs Assessment Of Hypertension In Georgia, Faye Lopez, Marylen Rimando, Harshali Khapekar
Journal of the Georgia Public Health Association
Hypertension is a leading cause of stroke, coronary artery disease, heart attack, and heart and kidney failure in the United States. In Georgia, the percentage of those with hypertension and related diseases remain above the national average. The aim of this paper is to offer a basic review of hypertension including physical complications of the disease and to provide statistics regarding the scope of hypertension in the state of Georgia. Additionally, the paper provides insights on current hypertension programs such as the National High Blood Pressure Education Program (NHBPEP) and Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH). In conclusion, a statewide …