Maintaining healthy blood pressure is important because high blood pressure, or hypertension, is a risk factor for serious conditions like heart attack, kidney failure and stroke. Hypertension often has no symptoms, but it puts extra strain on your arteries and heart, leading to potential health problems over time.

Blood pressure monitoring

Key facts

  • Health risks: High blood pressure can cause arteries to thicken, become less flexible or clog with fatty plaques, increasing the risk of heart attack, heart failure, kidney disease and stroke.
  • Importance of monitoring: Regular blood pressure checks can catch changes early, allowing for timely intervention.
  • In-pharmacy monitoring: Community pharmacies offer blood pressure monitoring services that support patients in self-monitoring their blood pressure. These services often include referrals to medical professionals when necessary.

The good news is that there are many ways to lower your blood pressure and reduce strain on your arteries and heart, many of which involve lifestyle changes that your pharmacist can help you with.


Find a pharmacy near you offering blood pressure monitoring services.

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