Million Hearts® Collaboration
The National Forum convenes the Million Hearts® Collaboration, which coordinates and disseminates priority messages and strategies related to the Million Hearts® initiative.
Hypertension Takedown™
Hypertension remains the leading modifiable cause of death worldwide. And that means the work each of you is doing—every day—matters deeply.
Hypertension Takedown™ is more than a theme—it is the National Forum’s framework for action. It aligns our programs, strengthens partnerships, and mobilizes collective efforts to accelerate progress nationwide. And at the center of that effort is a simple, powerful goal we can all champion: 130 over 80. This argument gives us clarity—and a unifying call to action across clinics, communities, and systems. It reflects what we know to be true: real progress happens when we move together—with purpose, urgency, and shared accountability.
National Forum and Hypertension Collaborations
The National Forum’s Hypertension Takedown™ work is built on strong collaborations that connect policy, clinical care, public health, community engagement, and communications.
National Hypertension Control Roundtable
The National Forum helped launch the National Hypertension Control Roundtable and remains an active member of this national effort to improve hypertension control.
Self-Measured Blood Pressure Monitoring
Through the Value and Access Steering Committee, the National Forum is working to advance Medicare coverage for home blood pressure monitors.
Hypertension Bites Campaign
The National Forum is partnering with the CDC Foundation to elevate and expand the reach of Hypertension Bites through its network of member organizations and health-focused audiences.
Move with the Mayor®
In collaboration with CDC, the National Forum is expanding Move with the Mayor®, a trusted platform that has enabled more than 230 mayors to mobilize their communities.
Resources that Support Action
2026 Annual Meeting
From Guideline to Action Webinar
A National Forum webinar focused on key takeaways from the 2025 AHA/ACC High Blood Pressure Recommendation.
Signature Reports
National Forum reports highlight trends, challenges, and opportunities related to cardiovascular health and hypertension control.
A Decade of Focused Hypertension Meetings
National Forum Mid-Year Meetings have created a consistent platform for leaders to share strategies, identify barriers, and accelerate action around hypertension prevention and control.
2026
Unleashing Prevention’s Power: Hypertension Takedown™
2025
Hypertension Takedown™: Raising the Priority on Preventing and Controlling the World’s Leading Preventable Cause of Death
2024
Making Equitable Hypertension Control a New Norm
2023
Improving Health in Hypertension Prevention and Management
2022
Paying Attention to Hypertension, Spotlight on Self-Measured Blood Pressure Monitoring
2021
Answering the Surgeon General’s Call to Action to Control Hypertension
2020
Improving Blood Pressure Control at the Community Level
2019
Celebrating World Hypertension Day
2018
Celebration of World Hypertension Day
2017
Policy, Program, and System Change Strategies to Improve Hypertension Control
Emerging Opportunities for Stronger Hypertension Control
The National Forum is continuing discussions with stakeholders about new ways to increase incentives for health systems to prioritize hypertension detection and blood pressure management. This work reflects the need for stronger alignment across health care, public health, payers, employers, and community partners.
Get involved
Help make hypertension control a national priority.
Hypertension Takedown™ depends on aligned action across sectors. Whether you are a clinician, public health leader, community partner, policymaker, employer, payer, or member organization, there are many ways to contribute.
- Promote the Million Hearts® 2026 Hypertension Control Challenge.
- Share Hypertension Bites campaign resources with your audiences.
- Support access to self-measured blood pressure monitoring.
- Participate in National Forum convenings and webinars.
- Use Move with the Mayor® to promote physical activity and heart health.
- Share successful hypertension control strategies with the National Forum network.
Keith C. Ferdinand Hypertension Impact Award
The National Forum is proud to introduce the Keith C. Ferdinand Hypertension Impact Award, a new annual honor recognizing extraordinary leadership and measurable impact in advancing hypertension control. First presented at our Mid Year Convening on May 7, 2026, the award celebrates leaders who exemplify evidence-based care, strong cross-sector partnerships, and a deep commitment to improving outcomes for all communities.
Keith C. Ferdinand, MD
Gerald S. Berenson Endowed Chair in Preventative Cardiology
Professor of Medicine,
Tulane University School of Medicine
