Individually Tailored Web-Based Program to Improve Blood Pressure Control

High blood pressure affects 65 million adults in the United States, and more than one third of these individuals do not have adequate control of their blood pressure. Individuals who ask specific questions and discuss important medical issues with their doctors are more likely to receive appropriate medical care than individuals who do not. This study will evaluate the effectiveness of an interactive web site that provides individualized feedback and encourages doctor-patient communication as a way to maintain adequate blood pressure control.