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A stroke happens when blood flow to part of the brain is blocked or when a blood vessel in the brain bursts. Without oxygen-rich blood, brain cells begin to die within minutes.
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Could managing your blood pressure actually help protect your memory? A 2023 study published in JAMA Network Open reveals a potential link between blood pressure medication and a lower risk of dementia in older adults.
Researchers reviewed data from 17 studies involving over 34,000 participants—and the results may change how we think about hypertension and brain health.
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