One of the ideas for addressing hypertension in Texas includes raising awareness about hypertension, particularly in target populations of Hispanics and African Americans (THHS, 2022). The emphasis on using awareness campaigns in schools and churches in different languages targeting different age and ethnic groups was worth considering in the meeting. Notably, the forwarded suggestion gave room for more deliberations on implementing an effective policy in Texas to curb hypertension.
An analysis of the key stakeholder positions related to the topic discussed
Based on the analysis of the key stakeholders, the government relations director, Alec Puente, at the American Heart/American stroke, addressed the policy requirements for addressing hypertension in Texas (THHS, 2022).
