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Intensive lowering of blood pressure tied to lower dementia risk - statnews.com

Intensive blood pressure control may cut dementia risk by 15%, says a new study in which community health workers managed hypertension treatment.

By:Elizabeth Cooney
Source:STAT
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Intensive lowering of blood pressure tied to lower dementia risk - statnews.com
High blood pressure earned its reputation as the silent killer by causing heart attacks, heart failure, and strokes. Its also been a suspect in dementia. Some studies have hinted at a correlation be… [+4899 chars]

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