Hypertension 2020 Scientific Sessions, focusing on recent advances in basic and clinical research on hypertension, is considered the premier scientific meeting on the subject in the world. The planned agenda includes almost 30 sessions during 3½ days, with more than 500 presentations focused on recent advances in hypertension research. Topics include the causes of hypertension; its relationship to stroke, cardiac disease and kidney dysfunction; and the most effective means for detecting, evaluating and treating high blood pressure across diverse populations.

News from Hypertension Scientific Sessions 2020

• Americans continue to struggle controlling high blood pressure; 11% fewer adults have it in check

• Some health care professionals use outdated guidelines to screen and diagnose hypertension

• Research on the impact of ACE-i and ARBs for patients with COVID-19 continues to evolve

• Gut microbiome data may be helpful in routine screening of cardiovascular disease

• Kids with white-coat hypertension might be at risk for eventual progression to sustained high blood pressure

• Fatter legs linked to reduced risk of high blood pressure

• High blood pressure treatment linked to less risk for drop in blood pressure upon standing

• Shorter rest periods yield same results when measuring blood pressure

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