018 – High Blood Pressure Treatment in Older Adults: Research Findings & Practical Tips

August 04, 2016 00:57:00
018 – High Blood Pressure Treatment in Older Adults: Research Findings & Practical Tips
Better Health While Aging
018 – High Blood Pressure Treatment in Older Adults: Research Findings & Practical Tips

Aug 04 2016 | 00:57:00

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Show Notes

Dr. K explains how to decide what an older person's blood pressure should be, based on recent blood pressure guidelines and the latest research on intensive blood pressure lowering in seniors. Learn to make sure doctors are measuring BP accurately, and more on what really works when it comes to preventing strokes and cardiovascular disease by lowering blood pressure.

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