People living in deprived areas are also at higher risk of having high blood pressure, as well as people who are of black African or black Caribbean descent. Detection Modes: Detection modes may offer a 7-day self-measurement program as well as a 'Usual Mode' for 3 consecutive measurements for an average reading. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused. In the meantime, why not take a look below at our recipes, and the school competition winners, from last year's week? We do not provide any personal advice on prevention, treatment and management for patients or their family members.

If your blood pressure is well controlled, you’ll normally be monitored yearly, along with reviewing any medication you take.By looking at all your blood pressure readings over a few days, your GP can work out what your 'average’ blood pressure is. Find out more about how you can measure and manage your blood pressure at home Want to get fit and healthy? Our fortnightly Heart Matters newsletter includes the latest updates about medications and treatments, as well as support for healthy eating, staying active and your emotional wellbeing. It should wrap snugly around your upper arm, with just enough space to slide two fingertips underneath. For example, our HealthUnlocked community is a free online space where you can connect with others affected by heart and circulatory disease.

The British Heart Foundation (BHF) diary has been designed to be a personal record for patients post-myocardial infarction (MI) to record their progress, keep a record of their condition, provide guidance on services and basic information on medication and risk factors, and to provide pages that the patient can use to manage their condition. million people are living with a heart or circulatory disease in the UK right now – most of who don’t know it. You can also ask your GP practice if they are part of any schemes where you can loan a blood pressure monitor from them. Your arteries are the vessels (tubes) that carry blood from your heart to your brain and the rest of your body. Place the cuff over your upper arm and tighten the cuff over your arm, making sure you can fit two fingers underneath the cuff.

Your GP may have a specific requirement for your blood pressure monitor, some are suitable for people with diabetes, some for use during pregnancy and some which have other features such as measuring your heart rate. The charity’s accounts say its retail trading costs rise was partly due to an increase in energy costs. The BHF offers a wide range of health and fitness devices to help monitor and maintain your health at home. This will help you know which changes you need to make to your diet, understand patterns in your eating and work out whether you have achieved your healthy eating goals. Extended warranty: A number of blood pressure monitors include an extended warranty, this can be particularly useful with frequent use.