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December 2, 2015

AHA 2015
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AHA 2015 Post-conference brief

Welcome to our AHA 2015 Post Conference Brief, following the Scientific Session & Expo presented by the American Heart Association. For attendees who missed these sessions onsite, or if you were unable to attend the conference in person, here are summaries of session takeaways.

Highlights

Individualizing the management of HBP in the elderly

Management of high blood pressure in the elderly requires individualizing treatment based on a combination of clinical practice guidelines, patient preferences, and ultimately clinician judgment, according to Nanette K. Wenger, MD. Find out why

How to identify AF patients at low stroke risk

Although the risk of ischemic stroke is high enough to warrant anticoagulation in most patients with atrial fibrillation (AF), there are some patients at low enough risk of ischemic stroke for whom the benefits of anticoagulation may not outweigh its risks. Find out more

Family impact on cardiovascular disease

Family history of cardiovascular disease and family interventions in lifestyle management may improve heart health, according to Laura L. Hayman, PhD. Read about the impact

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