
New studies support the use of fixed dose antihypertensive combination therapy at the outset of hypertension treatment.
Walter Alexander, PhD, is a medical writer living in New York.

New studies support the use of fixed dose antihypertensive combination therapy at the outset of hypertension treatment.

Treating heart attacks and agents affecting risk factors for heart disease were among the hot topics explored at the American Heart Association's 2006 annual meeting held recently in Chicago. Also, a program on increasing adherence to pharmacotherapy among the elderly was of interest to attendees.

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