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Why So Many on BP Meds Still Miss Target

Most U.S. adults with hypertension missed blood pressure targets—including those on treatment—highlighting gaps in initiation and intensification of therapy, new JAMA data show.

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  • Kathryn Wighton

  • February 2, 2026

  • 3 min

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    Nearly 80% of US adults with hypertension exceed recommended blood pressure thresholds despite receiving antihypertensive therapy.

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    Among adults with uncontrolled blood pressure, 39% reported current medication use, while 61% were not taking antihypertensive medication.

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    Untreated adults with uncontrolled blood pressure were younger and less likely to have health insurance or a routine healthcare provider.

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    Over 70% of adults on antihypertensive medication with uncontrolled blood pressure met the high cardiovascular disease risk definition.

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    Treatment intensification, including combination therapy, may be necessary for patients on medication to achieve guideline-recommended BP targets.

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Why So Many on BP Meds Still Miss Target

  • by Kathryn Wighton

  • February 2, 2026

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