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Home blood pressure telemonitoring reveals race-specific patterns of target organ damage.
September 1, 2026 · Journal of hypertension
Key takeaway
This study found that for Black adults, high blood pressure affects the kidneys more, while for White adults, it impacts the heart more. This is important because it shows we need different approaches to treat high blood pressure in our community.
Why this matters for our communities
Research in cardiovascular helps close long-standing gaps in how Black and African American families are studied, diagnosed, and cared for. Use findings like this one to start informed conversations with your care team — not as a substitute for personal medical advice.
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