International Society of Hypertension

"When sodium meets potassium: a systems model of blood pressure control."

Read a perspective piece from Anita Layton of the University of Waterloo, Canada, in the latest edition of Hypertension News: ish-world.com/ish-hyperten...

Thank you to Mansi Patil and colleagues who ran the ISH booth at the recent IAPEN INDIA Clinical Nutrition Conference 2026 from IAPEN India. We look forward to welcoming many delegates as members of the ISH and we hope to see many attendees at our 2026 Scientific Meeting in Dubai!

How do you find your niche as an early or mid career researcher?

ISH member Reuben Mutagaywa (Tanzania) shares his perspective.

An ISH position paper out today highlights the growing numbers of children and young people around the world who are developing high blood pressure - and what to do about it.

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Applications for the 2026 Emerging Hypertension Leaders Summer School organised by the British and Irish Hypertension Society are now open, and will close at the end of February.

Find out more on the BIHS website: bihs.org.uk/education/su...

Read a perspective piece from Anping Cai and Yingqing Feng on early detection of pre-heart failure in hypertension.

The article appears in the latest edition of our publication Hypertension News: ish-world.com/ish-hyperten...

To coincide with the Go Red for Women campaign from the American Heart Association, marked on 6 February, Azra Mahmud, Chair of the ISH South and Central Asia Regional Advisory Group, reflects on the importance of redesigning hypertension care for women:

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“My hope is that evidence continues to show the relevance of controlling blood pressure to prevent cognitive decline, slow progression, and reduce the risk of dementia.”

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Abstract Submission Now Open!

Ready to showcase your groundbreaking research?

Submit your abstract and present your science to a global audience at ISH-ECS 2026.

Deadline: 20 May 2026

Submit your abstract: ishecs26.org/abstract-sub...

How to address hypertension and related diseases in Africa - read a piece from Alfred Doku, Juliette Edzeame, Caroline Mtaita and Gilbert Boakye in the latest ISH Hypertension News.

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Read a perspective piece on diagnosis and treatment of renal artery stenosis from Peter de Leeuw and Abraham Kroon in the latest edition of Hypertension News.

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Fibromuscular Dysplasia – personal trajectory and joint achievements.

Read a perspective piece from Alexandre Persu in the latest edition of Hypertension News.

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Nocturnal hypertension in pregnant women: cause or consequence of placental ischemia?

Read a perspective piece from Martin Salazar and Walter Espeche in the latest edition of Hypertension News.

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Attend our next webinar for ISH members!

*Getting the most out of mentorship - advice for early to mid-career researchers*

Date: 2 February 2026
Time: 20:00 to 21:00 UK time

Register today: members.ish-world.com/webinarRegis...

Are hypertensive disorders of pregnancy an overlooked predictor in cardiovascular risk assessment in women?

Read a perspective piece from Victoria Chen, Natalie Bello and Jennifer Cluett in the latest edition of Hypertension News.

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What makes an ISH Scientific Meeting worth attending?

In a short blog, Arinola Akinnibosun (Australia) reflects on what she gained from coming to our 2024 meeting.

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Find out more about our 2026 meeting in Dubai: ishecs26.org

When and how can antihypertensive treatment in nursing home residents be reduced?

In an article for Hypertension News, Athanase Benetos summarises the results of the RETREAT-FRAIL trial which looked at these questions.

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What makes an ISH Scientific Meeting worth attending?

In a blog, ISH member Ruan Kruger (South Africa) reflects on why he attended our 2024 Scientific Meeting - including the scientific programme, the global exchange of ideas & the new connections made:

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In the latest edition of ISH Hypertension News, our President, Secretary and Past President highlight some important recommendations made in the recent @americanheart.bsky.social / @accintouch.bsky.social / multi-society guidelines for #hypertension.

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What are the benefits of joining the ISH?

Keisuke Shinohara from Japan gives his perspective on what ISH membership has meant to him.

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We are delighted to publish our December 2025 edition of ISH #Hypertension News - out now!

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As always, a big thanks to all contributors.

What are the benefits of joining the ISH?

Praveen Veerabhadrappa from the USA gives his perspective on what ISH membership has meant to him.

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Starting from 2026, the ISH will hold a Scientific Meeting every year, following a decision by the ISH Council designed to accelerate scientific progress in the field of hypertension.

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Attend our next members’ webinar!

📅 Date: Thursday 27 November 2025
🕐 Time: 12:00 - 13:00 UK time

Speakers will offer actionable insights on making the transition from early career research to becoming an independent research leader.

Register today: members.ish-world.com/webinarRegis...

The Very Early Bird registration deadline is approaching for ISH-ECS 2026!

Don’t miss your chance to save up to 60% on registration!

🗓️Register by 1 December 2025 to unlock the best rates!

📍22–25 October 2026 | Intercontinental Dubai Festival City

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“Pursuing collaborative projects has enriched my research knowledge by opening my mind to different perspectives, expertise, points of view and lived experience of others from different regions of the world.”

Dean Picone writes in ISH Hypertension News: ish-world.com/ish-hyperten...

Our Scientific Meeting next year in collaboration with the Emirates Cardiac Society will cover the latest in cutting-edge cardiovascular science.

🗓️ 22–25 October 2026 | 📍 Intercontinental Dubai Festival City

Register now with Very Early Bird rates:

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Read about the approach taken in the latest Canadian #hypertension guidelines, in an article from Gregory Hundemer, Ross Tsuyuki and Remi Goupil.

The article is published in the latest edition of Hypertension News.

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Registration is OPEN for our 2026 Scientific Meeting in collaboration with the Emirates Cardiac Society!

Save up to 60% on registration - until 1 December 2025.

🗓️ 22–25 October 2026 | 📍 Intercontinental Dubai Festival City, UAE

👉 Register now:
🔗 ishecs26.org/registration

What are the World Health Organization’s priorities for research on #hypertension care delivery?

Read an article from Kunihiro Matsushita and Taskeen Khan to find out, in the latest edition of Hypertension News.

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