Heart disease and stroke are the leading causes of death in Guam, Palau, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. These jurisdictions are taking innovative steps to reduce hypertension ...
People who use electricity-dependent durable medical equipment (DME) at home—such as ventilators and oxygen concentrators—can face life-threatening consequences during a power outage. HHS reports ...
This brief explores how state and territorial health agencies can engage people who provide social support for individuals and families with hypertension.
Public health officials are key in crafting policies and strategies that address the social determinants of health to advance health equity and improve population health.