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New report aims to improve adherence to blood pressure treatment

The ISH contributed to the report, led by Servier and launched today (30 Jan), which aims to reduce the burden of hypertension around the world.

ISH Hypertension News – December 2023 issue

The December 2023 issue of the ISH publication Hypertension News is now available. In this issue: Perspectives on recent hypertension studies; New systems of care for hypertension; Perspectives on single pill therapy around the world; Hypertension and environmental influences; Screening for high BP in children and adolescents and much more!

The ISH December 2023 e-Bulletin is now available.

The December 2023 e-Bulletin is now available. This issue is full of Society and partner news, with an introduction from the ISH Secretary Prof. George Stergiou.

Universal Health Coverage Day

The ISH supports the campaign for Universal Health Coverage organised by the United Nations. This Universal Health Care Day, we urge leaders to invest in resilient and equitable health systems.

The ISH November 2023 e-Bulletin is now available.

The November 2023 e-Bulletin is now available. This issue is full of Society and partner news, with an introduction from the ISH Secretary Prof. George Stergiou.

Register to attend the Second Edition of the International Certificate Hypertension Course for Latin America

The International Society of Hypertension Americas Regional Advisory Group (ISH RAG) and the Argentinean Society of Hypertension (SAHA) proudly present the second edition of the International Certificate Hypertension Course.

The ISH October 2023 e-Bulletin is now available.

The October 2023 e-Bulletin is now available. This issue is full of Society and partner news, with an introduction from the ISH Secretary Prof. George Stergiou.

Large study confirms no difference between bedtime and morning dosing of blood pressure medication

The time of day a patient takes medication for their high blood pressure makes no difference to how well the medication works, according to a large observational study led by an international team of researchers from Spain and the UK. It is the biggest study to date addressing the question of timing of blood pressure medication.

ISH Hypertension News – September 2023 issue

The September 2023 issue of the ISH publication Hypertension News is now available. Read articles about: A new ISH position paper on lifestyle changes and hypertension; high blood pressure in the young, use of potassium-enriched salt to lower blood pressure; inflammatory mechanisms of hypertension; the problem of ‘diagnostic inertia’; the ESH guidelines, a visit to the ISH2024 conference venue; a special series of articles on Latin America; and much more!

Online tool launched to help patients manage their blood pressure at home

A new online course to help patients measure their blood pressure at home has been launched. The ISH is one of seven hypertension organisations around the world to sponsor the interactive ‘Home Blood Pressure Monitoring: Promoting Patient Self-Measurement’ course, from the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) and World Health Organisation (WHO).

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September 26, 2024

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ISH announces a call to action to improve adherence to antihypertensive medications across the world and the establishment of World Adherence Day

September 21, 2024

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ISH New Council Members were announced by Professor Maciej Tomaszewski (ISH President 2020-2022) during the Gala Dinner at the ISH Kyoto 2022 Meeting on 15th October 2022.

September 12, 2024

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We are delighted to announce the winners of the ISH 2024 awards who were presented during the ISH Awards and Lectures Session on 21st September in Cartagena, Colombia.

September 9, 2024

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New blood pressure devices have potential but need proper validation – new ISH position paper

May 22, 2024

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The International Society of Hypertension is pleased to announce that our 2026 Scientific Meeting will be held in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates from 22 to 25 October 2026.

April 9, 2024

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Anyone with an interest in hypertension can now join the ISH for free as an Associate Member.

April 9, 2024

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New directions in management of high blood pressure: The latest ISH position paper is a comprehensive review of lifestyle changes that can help prevent and manage high blood pressure. For the position paper, the ISH convened an international panel of experts from 18 countries to make recommendations on effective lifestyle changes for blood pressure control, based on the latest clinical and scientific evidence.