{"id":8109,"date":"2025-07-26T15:32:56","date_gmt":"2025-07-26T12:32:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jordan-cardiac.org\/?p=8109"},"modified":"2025-07-26T15:32:56","modified_gmt":"2025-07-26T12:32:56","slug":"jordan-cardiac-society-joins-global-efforts-in-hypertension-care","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jordan-cardiac.org\/en\/jordan-cardiac-society-joins-global-efforts-in-hypertension-care\/","title":{"rendered":"Jordan Cardiac Society Joins Global Efforts in Hypertension Care:"},"content":{"rendered":"
Jordan Cardiac Society Joins Global Efforts in Hypertension Care:<\/div>\n
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In May 2025, the Jordan Cardiac Society (JCS) became a National Member of the European Society of Hypertension (ESH), marking a significant step in its global collaboration on hypertension care. In alignment with this commitment, the following is a summary of five recent highlights from the July 2025 issue of Hypertension News, the official publication of the International Society of Hypertension (ISH):<\/div>\n
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1. High Blood Pressure: The Biggest Risk We Can Control<\/div>\n
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High blood pressure (BP) remains the leading modifiable risk factor for heart disease. Two major global studies (NEJM 2023, 2025) showed that:<\/div>\n
\u2022 Over 50% of heart disease can be prevented by controlling 5 factors: high BP, diabetes, smoking, high cholesterol, and unhealthy weight.<\/span><\/div>\n
\u2022 At age 50, people without these risks live 10\u201314 years longer, with delayed onset of heart disease.<\/span><\/div>\n
\u2022 Target BP: <130\/80 mmHg.<\/span><\/div>\n
\u2022 Key lifestyle changes include exercise (\u2265150 min\/week), healthy weight, and avoiding smoking\/alcohol.<\/span><\/div>\n
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2. New Tool to Predict Heart Risk from Home BP (J-HOP Study)<\/div>\n
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A new scoring method\u2014the Home Blood Pressure Stability Score (HBPS)\u2014uses 14 days of home BP readings to predict heart risk more accurately than clinic BP.<\/div>\n
\u2022 The score (0\u201310) evaluates average BP, day-to-day changes, peaks, and time in target range.<\/span><\/div>\n
\u2022 In the J-HOP study (4,070 patients), those with unstable BP had 4x higher risk of heart events.<\/span><\/div>\n
\u2022 Only 27% achieved BP <125 mmHg, and BP variability strongly predicted stroke, MI, and heart failure.<\/span><\/div>\n
\u2022 This tool may improve remote and older adult care and could be enhanced using AI and smartphone apps.<\/span><\/div>\n
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\ud83d\udd17 https:\/\/ish-world.com\/news\/a\/July-2025-Hypertension-News<\/div>\n
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3. Why 24-Hour BP Monitoring Gives a Clearer Picture<\/div>\n
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Automated office BP reduces white coat effect but still misses major issues such as:<\/div>\n
\u2022 Masked hypertension (normal at clinic, high at home)<\/span><\/div>\n
\u2022 Non-dipping BP at night<\/span><\/div>\n
\u2022 BP variability<\/span><\/div>\n
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A Canadian study showed that nearly 50% of patients were misclassified using office readings alone.<\/div>\n
24-hour ambulatory BP monitoring provides the most accurate data and helps avoid under- or overtreatment.<\/div>\n
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4. Can Your Skin Affect Your Blood Pressure?<\/div>\n
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New research highlights the skin as an active player in BP regulation:<\/div>\n
\u2022 It produces hormones (e.g., angiotensin II) that tighten blood vessels.<\/span><\/div>\n
\u2022 It can store and reabsorb salt, acting like a second kidney.<\/span><\/div>\n
\u2022 It helps regulate fluid loss and water retention via sweat and skin nerves.<\/span><\/div>\n
\u2022 Salt-sensitive hypertension may be linked to sweat sodium levels.<\/span><\/div>\n
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This adds to why salt restriction and hydration are key in BP control, especially in hot climates.<\/div>\n
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\ud83d\udd17 http:\/\/ish-world.com\/Hypertension-News-July-2025\/Skin-and-Blood-Pressure<\/div>\n
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5. New Insights on Hidden Hypertension: What We\u2019re Missing<\/div>\n
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To fully understand hypertension, clinicians must go beyond standard seated office BP:<\/div>\n
\u2022 Supine BP (lying down) is a strong predictor of cardiovascular events. In the ARIC study, it increased risk of:<\/span><\/div>\n
\u2022 Heart failure by 83%<\/span><\/div>\n
\u2022 Stroke by 86%<\/span><\/div>\n
\u2022 Coronary disease and death\u2014even when seated BP was normal<\/span><\/div>\n
\u2022 Skin and inflammation are new frontiers:<\/span><\/div>\n
\u2022 The skin regulates BP via salt storage and hormones<\/span><\/div>\n
\u2022 Chronic inflammation from arthritis or periodontitis damages vessels, boosts sodium retention, and drives high BP<\/span><\/div>\n
\u2022 Future therapies may include anti-inflammatory drugs or nerve stimulation<\/span><\/div>\n
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\ud83d\udd17 http:\/\/ish-world.com\/Hypertension-News-July-2025\/Inflammation-in-Hypertension<\/div>\n
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6. Can We Measure Blood Pressure in Public Spaces? Yes, We Can<\/div>\n
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A Johns Hopkins study tested BP readings in three environments: a quiet office, a noisy public space, and the same space with earplugs.<\/div>\n
\u2022 Results showed no significant difference in systolic BP and only a small rise in diastolic BP (1.5 mmHg) in public areas.<\/span><\/div>\n
\u2022 Correct technique (e.g., proper cuff size and arm position) matters more than noise.<\/span><\/div>\n
\u2022 Public BP screening is accurate and important for reaching underserved populations.<\/span><\/div>\n
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\ud83d\udd17 https:\/\/ish-world.com\/news\/a\/Hypertension-News-July-2025<\/div>\n
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7. Salt Sensitivity: A Hidden Risk for High Blood Pressure<\/div>\n
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Salt sensitivity means blood pressure rises after salt intake \u2014 affecting:<\/div>\n
\u2022 50% of people with high BP<\/span><\/div>\n
\u2022 25% of people with normal BP<\/span><\/div>\n
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Key findings:<\/div>\n
\u2022 Men and women show different BP responses and cell damage patterns.<\/span><\/div>\n
\u2022 Red blood cells (via the glycocalyx layer) help absorb salt; damage increases BP risk.<\/span><\/div>\n
\u2022 A single salty meal can spike BP by \u226510 mmHg in many healthy people.<\/span><\/div>\n
\u2022 New tests (IPROS and eGCSS) may help identify salt-sensitive individuals for targeted prevention.<\/span><\/div>\n
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\ud83d\udd17 https:\/\/ish-world.com\/news\/a\/Hypertension-News-July-2025<\/a><\/div>\n
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