Did you know that half of all strokes and heart attacks are the result of high blood pressure? Or that 1-in-3 adults in the UK have high blood pressure without realising it?
Know Your Numbers Week is run by Blood Pressure UK (September 6-12th) to encourage people to get their blood pressure checked and to know their numbers – an ideal blood pressure is around 120/80.
High blood pressure usually has no symptoms, the first sign of it could be a heart attack or stroke. It can also cause kidney disease, dementia, and other illnesses. Lowering your blood pressure with medication and/or lifestyle changes can help protect you and improve your health.
It is estimated that 6 million people in the UK are unaware they have high blood pressure. Getting checked and knowing your numbers could save your life.
The good news is you can do something about it. LiveWell Dorset has helped many people improve their health and lower their blood pressure, people like Ivan. Read his story and get the lowdown on high blood pressure.
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