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.
Medically reviewed. Last reviewed August 2026. This page is educational information, not individualized medical advice.