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By Mark Stibich, Ph.D., About.com Guide to Longevity

Can High Blood Pressure Make Your Brain Age Faster?

Monday May 19, 2008
High blood pressure (hypertension) is a common age-related health condition. When you blood pressure increases, it is hard on your heart and on your arteries. Turns out that high blood pressure can damage your brain as well, and not just from an increased risk of stroke. More on Blood Pressure and Aging
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