Data Brief No. 133. Hypertension Among Adults in the United States: National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 2011–2012

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Data Brief No. 133. Hypertension Among Adults in the United States: National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 2011–2012Hypertension is an important risk factor for cardiovascular disease and affects almost one-third of the U.S. adult population. In 2009–2010, nearly 82% of adults with hypertension were aware of their status, and nearly 76% were taking medication. Despite considerable improvement in increasing the awareness, treatment, and control of hypertension, undiagnosed and uncontrolled hypertension among minority groups remains a challenge. This report presents survey results for 2011–2012 on the prevalence, awareness, treatment, and control of hypertension.

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