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Team Care Slashes High Blood Pressure
13 Apr
Summary
- Team-based care reduced systolic blood pressure by nearly 16 mm/Hg.
- Patients received home BP tracking and lifestyle coaching.
- Study involved over 1,200 patients in Louisiana and Mississippi.
A rigorous team-based care approach has demonstrated a significant ability to lower high blood pressure. A study published on April 8, 2026, revealed that patients' systolic blood pressure declined by nearly 16 mm/Hg after 18 months of intensive treatment.
This multifaceted care included patients tracking their blood pressure at home, receiving coaching on heart-healthy lifestyle changes, and having their progress closely monitored by a dedicated medical team. This method proved effective even for individuals with long-standing hypertension.
The trial involved 1,272 patients from federally qualified health centers in Louisiana and Mississippi. Those receiving the intensive team approach saw a greater reduction in blood pressure compared to those receiving standard care. Researchers hope this model can be widely adopted across U.S. primary care settings.
With over half of U.S. adults having high blood pressure and many not having it under control, this strategy offers a scalable solution. Approximately 48% of patients in the intensive group achieved blood pressure below 130 mm/Hg, with 22% reaching below 120 mm/Hg.
