Tight Blood Pressure Control is Important at Any Age

High blood pressure is a well-established risk factor for cardiovascular diseases, so treating it is an important strategy for preventing heart attack and stroke. The target for individuals taking medication for high blood pressure is generally less than 130/80 mmHg. But there is little data on whether or not this target is appropriate for individuals 80 and older.

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​High blood pressure is a well-established risk factor for cardiovascular diseases, so treating it is an important strategy for preventing heart attack and stroke. The target for individuals taking medication for high blood pressure is generally less than 130/80 mmHg. But there is little data on whether or not this target is appropriate for individuals
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