High Blood Pressure and Older Adults

Read about high blood pressure or hypertension. Learn how changes in lifestyle—like getting more exercise and having less salt—may help control it.

Many older adults may not get the intensive blood pressure treatment they need

High Blood Pressure and Older Adults

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High blood pressure may lower or raise dementia risk among older adults depending on age

Many older adults may not get the intensive blood pressure treatment they need

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