High blood pressure may make it difficult for the elderly to think clearly

Monday, December 15, 2008 - 11:42 in Health & Medicine

Adding another reason for people to watch their blood pressure, a new study from North Carolina State University shows that increased blood pressure in older adults is directly related to decreased cognitive functioning, particularly among seniors with already high blood pressure. This means that stressful situations may make it more difficult for some seniors to think clearly.

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