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Monitoring blood pressure "vital"
08 Aug 2008
It is crucial that people monitor their blood pressure and ensure it is under control, according to the Stroke Association.
Andrea Lane, a spokesperson for the charity, explains that this is because high blood pressure is the single biggest risk factor for stroke.
She notes that on a day-to-day basis, taking steps such as eating a healthy diet, drinking alcohol in moderation, not smoking and taking part in exercise are helpful in terms of controlling blood pressure.
"You can get your blood pressure tested at your doctors, your practice nurse will do it for you, some pharmacists, some supermarkets, the gym - there are loads of places you can get your blood pressure tested. It's painless and it's quick," Ms Lane adds.
Concluding, she notes that people with high blood pressure can talk to their doctor about it and that they may be able to provide medication to keep it under control.
The Stroke Alliance for Europe notes that stroke has long-term disabling consequences, while the Blood Pressure Association suggests that blood pressure should be at or below 120 over 80.
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