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Exploring differences in prevalence of diagnosed, measured and undiagnosed hypertension: the case of Ireland and the United States of America

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  • Irene Mosca
  • Rose Kenny

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A greater focus on prevention of high blood pressure is necessary in Ireland. Copyright Swiss School of Public Health 2014

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  • Irene Mosca & Rose Kenny, 2014. "Exploring differences in prevalence of diagnosed, measured and undiagnosed hypertension: the case of Ireland and the United States of America," International Journal of Public Health, Springer;Swiss School of Public Health (SSPH+), vol. 59(5), pages 759-767, October.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:ijphth:v:59:y:2014:i:5:p:759-767
    DOI: 10.1007/s00038-014-0573-7
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