Early High Blood Pressure Linked to Dementia and Mental Health Issues Later in Life

Treating high blood pressure earlier in life can lower your risk of cognitive decline when you’re older, a new study shows. Researchers found that those with hypertension in their 30s were more likely to develop dementia in their 70s. High blood pressure primarily injures blood vessels in the brain, which can lead to blockages creating less blood flow to the brain. Managing general health in midlife greatly reduces the risks in late life, and a robustly exercised brain, through social interactions and lifelong learning, is more resilient.