Hypertension among Middle Eastern and North African adults residing in the United States: addressing equity in health research representation using the All of Us Research Program, 2000–2024 - Scorecard - MDSpire

Hypertension among Middle Eastern and North African adults residing in the United States: addressing equity in health research representation using the All of Us Research Program, 2000–2024

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  • Eissa A. Jafari

  • June 16, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Prevalence and Management of Hypertension in Middle Eastern and North African Adults Living in the United States: Enhancing Health Research Equity through the All of Us Research Program, 2000–2024

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
Condition
Key MechanismsCardiometabolic conditions, including diabetes, chronic kidney disease, coronary artery disease, hyperlipidemia, sleep apnea, obesity, and vitamin D deficiency.
Target Population
Care Setting

Key Highlights

  • 18% of MENA adults had hypertension.
  • 76% of hypertensive participants received antihypertensive treatment.
  • 85% of treated participants achieved blood pressure control.
  • Higher BP control in participants aged ≤ 50 years (97%) compared to those aged >50 years (83%).
  • Significant predictors of HTN include diabetes, chronic kidney disease, and obesity.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

  • HTN defined by outpatient diagnosis of essential HTN.

Management

  • Antihypertensive treatment for 76% of hypertensive participants.

Monitoring & Follow-up

  • BP control assessed as BP < 140/90 mm Hg in ≥50% of outpatient visits.

Risks

  • Cardiometabolic conditions are primary drivers of HTN risk.

Patient & Prescribing Data

MENA adults aged ≥18 years with at least one outpatient blood pressure measurement.

Higher treatment and BP control rates compared to general US population.

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