Today is World Heart Day.
Heart and circulatory disease remains one of the leading causes of death in the UK, but many of the risk factors are manageable with the right support.
There are three ways to look after your heart health:
At the practice: if you have a long-term condition such as high blood pressure or high cholesterol, we will invite you for a review when it is due.
At your local pharmacy: free blood pressure checks are available for eligible adults. No appointment needed.
At home, with a monitor: a healthy reading is around 120/80 mmHg. High blood pressure is generally over 135/85 at home or 140/90 in clinic.
If you are living with high blood pressure or high cholesterol, you do not need to contact us to request a review. We will be in touch when yours is due.
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