Hypertension is a significant risk factor for developing dementia, but only 25% of Americans have their high blood pressure under control, especially among Black and Hispanic individuals. Research on reducing dementia risk through blood pressure control has mainly focused on white participants, despite the higher risk among Black and Latino populations. A new study found that lowering systolic blood pressure below 120 mmHg may slightly reduce dementia risk, particularly among Black and Latino groups. The study included 6,814 participants and found that interventions to lower blood pressure were more effective in reducing dementia risk in minority groups compared to white participants. Further research is needed to address racial and ethnic disparities in hypertension control.
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Maintaining Blood Pressure Below 120 mmHg Protects From Late-Life Dementia: Study
