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Table 2.

Barriers to Hypertension Interventions

1. Lack of resources^a

2. Problematic health systems^b

3. Health literacy

4. Unhealthy environments^c

5. Therapeutic inertia^d

6. Adherence

7. Lack of interest among healthcare providers

^aIncludes a lack of funding sources, healthcare professionals, government support, and research expertise. ^bIncludes a lack of remuneration for preventative strategies and a lack of comprehensive national programs involving surveillance, monitoring, and collaboration. ^cIncludes problems with the built environment promoting high salt intake, obesity, and sedentary behavior. ^dRefers to slow application of changes to therapy, including adequate use of combination therapy or not treating at all.