Overview
Blood vessel health affects every type of dementia, and vascular contributions are present in many people with Alzheimer's disease.
What to manage
- Blood pressure to the target your clinician sets
- Diabetes and A1c
- Cholesterol
- Atrial fibrillation
- Smoking cessation
- Sleep apnea
Caution
In older adults, blood pressure that is too low can cause dizziness and falls. Targets are individualized.
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Medically reviewed. Last reviewed August 2026. This page is educational information, not individualized medical advice.