Sometimes
the simplest of medical tests can be a life saver. A blood pressure test is
standard for routine doctor visits and medical checkups. It seems so automatic
and low tech. A cuff goes on your arm, air is pumped in, usually by hand, and
the doctor or nurse gets a reading from a gauge being held or mounted on a
wall.
But
this reading can foretell whether you are at high risk for dementia. In fact,
there’s no doubt that there is a high correlation between elevated blood
pressure and the development of cognitive impairment.
If
you are diagnosed with hypertension (a very common problem for older people),
react with serious intent. Take your pills! Side effects are usually minor, if
present at all. Retention of your wits is at stake!
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