Few Blacks Know Of Connection Between Cardiovascular Health, Dementia, Survey Shows
The survey showed that most people do not know the connection between poor cardiovascular health and the risk of dementia, USA Today reports. In addition, one-third of blacks said they have high blood pressure, while one in five reported high cholesterol, according to the survey.
Emil Martarese, a spokesperson for the American Stroke Association, said, "There's evidence to show that African-Americans are at greater risk of heart disease, strokes and dementia." According to Jennifer Manly of the Alzheimer's Association, blacks can take steps, such as having a healthy diet and exercising regularly, to reduce their risk of developing diabetes, high blood pressure and clogged arteries (Fackelmann, USA Today, 2/11).
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