Wearable and cuffless BP devices are moving closer to clinical practice. New research highlights their potential to support more frequent, personalised hypertension monitoring, while underscoring the need for further validation. www.hypertension.org.au/newsletters/...

🏥 Lab Spotlight The Cardiometabolic Health and Exercise Physiology team at Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute is investigating the neural drivers of blood pressure regulation and the role of exercise in protecting cardiovascular health. Read more: hypertension.org.au/newsletters/...

Emerging hypertension researchers Evany Dinakis studies gut–immune mechanisms and blood pressure regulation, while Dr Lakshini Herat investigates sympathetic nervous system roles in hypertension and cardiometabolic disease. hypertension.org.au/newsletters/...

New research highlights three key opportunities in hypertension care: expanding community BP screening, improving detection of primary aldosteronism in resistant hypertension and addressing the impact of blood pressure variability on brain health For more: hypertension.org.au/newsletters/...

Australia's 60-day dispensing policy for antihypertensive medicines saved patients an estimated $65 million by April 2025, with 21.2% of prescriptions dispensed as 60-day supplies. Uptake remains limited by implementation barriers. Read more: hypertension.org.au/newsletters/...

🎉 Congratulations to Hypertension Australia members Dr Niamh Chapman and Professor Anthony Rodgers on receiving 2025 NSW Ministerial Awards for Cardiovascular Research. Recognising their contributions to cardiovascular health and hypertension research. www.hypertension.org.au/newsletters/...

May 2026 Newsletter - Hypertension Australia

May 2026 Newsletter Dear Colleagues and Friends May is upon us and with it comes May Measurement Month, the recently passed World Hypertension Day on the 17th and another Hypertension […]

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New research adds to growing evidence linking gut health and blood pressure. Studies examining colonic pH and pH-sensing receptors suggest the gut microbiome may play a role in cardiovascular regulation and hypertension risk. Read more: www.hypertension.org.au/newsletters/...

Unattended vs attended automated office BP Unattended automated office BP is slightly lower (~2–3 mm Hg) than attended readings, but both are valid. Small difference unlikely to affect clinical decisions. hypertension.org.au/newsletters/...

Importance of BP cuff size BP accuracy depends on correct cuff size. Too small or too large can skew readings. Clinicians & patients must ensure proper cuff selection. hypertension.org.au/newsletters/...

Radar-based cuffless BP technologies Radar-based cuffless BP devices could transform CV monitoring. Non-contact tech shows promise for clinical & remote use. hypertension.org.au/newsletters/...

Automated Korotkoff BP monitor The Ksens-BP automated monitor matches manual readings & outperforms standard oscillometric devices, even in AF or PAD patients. Promising tool for complex CV cases. hypertension.org.au/newsletters/...

Apple Watch & hypertension screening Apple Watch may help detect high BP via cuffless tech. Promising for screening & self-monitoring but must be calibrated & validated. Not a replacement for standard BP measurement. www.hypertension.org.au/newsletters/...

Don’t miss The Big Switch: Building Confidence in Hypertension Care webinar! Learn about Automated Office BP, GP tips & single-pill combos. Interactive Q&A included. 4 Dec 6-8pm AEDT Register - tinyurl.com/HAwebinarses...

Join us for the next Hypertension Australia webinar series on 12 Nov, 6 PM (AEDT): Implementing renal denervation in routine care – a case-based discussion on integrating this therapy into everyday hypertension management. Register: zoom.us/webinar/regi... #HypertensionAustralia

Hypertension Australia & the National Hypertension Taskforce are excited to introduce the first session of our Webinar Series: Potassium-enriched salt substitution for hypertension with Dr Luna Xu & Dr Katrina Kissock Wed 22 Oct 2025, 6-7pm AEDT Register: tinyurl.com/487ak822 #HypertensionAustralia

Did you know most people measure their blood pressure the wrong way? A study found that 6/7 images online show incorrect technique. Read the article: tinyurl.com/2t7vehkc Infographic on how to measure blood pressure at home: tinyurl.com/27mhxadz

Hypertension Australia members Katie Harris and Katrina Kissock share key highlights from the European Society of Hypertension Annual Meeting in Milan. Read their experiences here: t.co/im2lAsf1Tv #ESH2025 #Hypertension #HeartHealth