US Heart Health Progress Stalls
January 14, 2026
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3 min
6 Key Takeaways
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Nearly 50% of US adults have hypertension based on new guidelines.
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Hypertension prevalence increased significantly from historical thresholds.
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Limited improvements in treatment and control for hypertension, diabetes, and obesity in the past 15 years.
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Disparities exist by race, income, and geography.
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High rates of diabetes and obesity impact cardiovascular health.
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Majority of adults with chronic conditions are not achieving guideline-recommended goals.
A recent report on cardiovascular statistics in the US indicates that nearly 50% of adults meet the criteria for hypertension, marking a significant increase in prevalence based on current guidelines. While hypertension, diabetes, obesity, and dyslipidemia are widespread, treatment and control have seen minimal improvement over the past 15 years. The report highlights persistent disparities influenced by race, income, geography, and age. Researchers utilized data from extensive national surveys and analyses to frame the current landscape of cardiovascular health and mortality.
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