Date of Publication
1-21-2008
Abstract
Background: • 2/3 seniors are hypertensive (>140/90 mm Hg) • Hypertension is the most common risk factor for premature heart disease and stroke • Non-modifiable risk factors: race, age, sex, diabetes mellitus, and hypercholesterolemia • Modifiable risk factors: smoking, obesity, and excessive alcohol • Clinical trials show that lifestylemodification and medications can reduce the incidence of adverse outcomes associated with hypertension • Patient education is a high priority
Advisor(s)
Sarah Russell, Burlington Housing Authority
Alan Rubin, MD, University of Vermont College of Medicine
Jan Carney, MD, MPH, University of Vermont College of Medicine
Agency
Burlington Housing Authority
Subjects
Educational and Community-Based Programs, Heart Disease and Stroke
Creative Commons License
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Recommended Citation
Evans, Rebecca; Greene, Matt; Iberri, David; Johnson, Casey; Kunz, Benjamin; Mason, Annice; Tatsumi, Kanayo; Walton, Kelsey; Russell, Sarah; Rubin, Alan; and Carney, Jan, "Hypertension Education and the Burlington Housing Authority" (2008). Public Health Projects, 2008-present. 27.
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