We’re particularly keen to introduce you to the Summer 2011 edition of GP Connect, because it’s devoted to hypertension.

Hypertension is a burden for so many people and in this issue we look at why recognising it and treating it is important, how Sydney Cardiology services address it, and the CPD events and online training that focus on the subject.

You can access the online version of GP Connect here.

Why is hypertension so difficult to treat?

In this short video, Sydney Cardiologist Dr James Wong says that not only is hypertension the major player in the spectrum of cardiovascular disease but the startling fact is that most people with hypertension are either unaware of their elevated blood pressure or if diagnosed are undertreated.