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New AHA Guidelines Lower Hypertension Standards, Stress Lifestyle Changes
9/24/2025
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- In August 2025, the American Heart Association (AHA) and American College of Cardiology (ACC) issued updated hypertension guidelines.
- Hypertension is defined more strictly with lower targets and no prehypertension category.
- The guidelines add a cardiovascular risk calculator and pregnancy guidance.
- Lifestyle changes, diet and exercise, are emphasized.
- GLP-1 medications are recommended for overweight patients with high blood pressure.
