High blood pressure (hypertension) affects 1 in 3 adults in the UK. If left untreated, it can lead to heart problems, strokes and damage to other vital organs. Therefore, it's crucial to be aware of the risks and how you can reduce them.

The only way to know whether you have high blood pressure is to have it measured.  

The NHS recommends that healthy adults who are over 40 should have a blood pressure check every 5 years. People who are at increased risk of high blood pressure should have checks once a year. 

If you think you might be at risk of high blood pressure, or you simply haven’t had it checked in a while, you can get a blood pressure check at any Pickford’s pharmacy. You don’t need to make an appointment, and all of our pharmacies have private consultation rooms where you can have the check

Your result will be explained to you and you will be offered any advice and support needed to manage your blood pressure. If appropriate, we may refer you to your doctor.

Contact your local Pickfords pharmacy to check whether the service could be right for you.