Blood Pressure Monitoring at Health First Pharmacy
Maintaining a healthy blood pressure is vital to prevent health risks such as heart attacks, kidney failure, and strokes. High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, exerts additional pressure on your arteries and heart.
Over time, this undue strain can lead to the hardening and loss of flexibility of the arteries, or even their blockage due to fatty plaque build-up. While hypertension often doesn’t manifest symptoms, it can quietly strain various body organs, potentially leading to serious conditions like heart attack, heart failure, kidney disease, and stroke.
Importance of Regular Blood Pressure Monitoring
Regular monitoring of your blood pressure is an effective strategy to detect any changes early and initiate appropriate measures.
At Health First Pharmacy, we offer in-pharmacy blood pressure monitoring and recording services. These services empower our patients to keep track of their blood pressure as part of cardiovascular disease screening and monitoring. When necessary, we also provide referrals to medical professionals for further support.
Lowering Blood Pressure: Lifestyle Changes and Ongoing Support
The encouraging news is that there are numerous ways to reduce your blood pressure and alleviate the strain on your arteries and heart. Many of these involve lifestyle adjustments, and our team at Health First Pharmacy is here to guide and support you through these changes.