29/04/2026
May Measure Month
Do you know what “normal” blood pressure is? More importantly, do you know what YOUR blood pressure is? May Measure Month encourages us to have our blood pressure checked as high blood pressure can be a risk factor for some chronic diseases and premature death. https://www.maymeasure.org/
High blood pressure can be an indicator that you’re at increased risk of a heart attack or stroke. What is “normal” blood pressure, and what can you do if your blood pressure is higher than it should be?
https://www.bhf.org.uk/informationsupport/risk-factors/high-blood-pressure
Over 10 MILLION LIVES ARE LOST EACH YEAR due to high blood pressureYET ONLY 50% OF PEOPLE AFFECTED ARE AWARE THEY HAVE ITgive yourself a squeeze and get your BP checked