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Understanding High Blood Pressure in Seniors [Infographic]

High blood pressure is a condition that affects the majority of seniors. It negatively affects health and can increase the risk of serious conditions like stroke and dementia. That’s why it’s important to understand the basics and find out how to manage it. Carrington College shared a helpful infographic that has key facts about high blood pressure and tips for reducing it.

High blood pressure in seniors increases health risks

High blood pressure in seniors is very common. In fact, 64% – 79% of people older than 65 are affected.

High blood pressure is often called “the silent killer” because it can cause major health problems before symptoms become noticeable.

Uncontrolled high blood pressure can cause:

  1. Stroke

  2. Heart disease

  3. Increased risk of vascular dementia

  4. Vision problems

  5. Kidney failure

  6. Shortness of breath during light physical activity

  7. Other serious health problems

Get key facts about high blood pressure

Carrington College shared an easy-to-read infographic that helps you understand the basics about high blood pressure and how many people are affected by it.

Their infographic also explains why high blood pressure is bad for health, what causes it, and how to help seniors lower blood pressure and improve health.

high blood pressure in seniors

Guest contributor: Carrington College

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