¿Qué tan bajo se puede llegar? Las cambiantes guías para el control de la presión arterial

Summary: Doctors are changing the rules on blood pressure, and the new goal is to go lower. For a long time, a top number (systolic) of 140 was considered okay for older adults. Now, experts say we should aim for under 120. Why the big change? Huge studies show that keeping your blood pressure lower can seriously cut the risk of heart attacks and strokes. Even better, it helps protect your brain from memory loss and dementia.

Doctors now suggest checking your blood pressure at home, since everyday stress—like traffic or just being in a doctor's office—can make your numbers jump. Lowering your blood pressure might take a few cheap daily medications, but the payoff for your heart and your mind is totally worth it.

For more details, see KFF Health News at kffhealthnews.org/news/article/que-tan-bajo-se-puede-llegar-las-cambiantes-guias-para-el-control-de-la-presion-arterial/ (opens in new tab)