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NHS partners with barbershops, clubs and mosques to improve heart health

Free blood pressure checks to help people identify and manage blood pressure

29-Aug-2023

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National Health Service (NHS) expands free blood-pressure checks beyond pharmacies to barbershops and mosques in England.

The aim is to diagnose more people with high-risk, undiagnosed high blood pressure.

High blood pressure elevates heart attack and stroke risk, with often subtle symptoms.

Over 149,000 checks delivered by pharmacies in May, thanks to community efforts.

Current venues include barber shops, supermarkets, community centres, dominoes club and mosques.

Research and initiative led by Chief Pharmaceutical Officer for England, David Webb.

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David Webb

Chief Pharmaceutical Officer for England at NHS England

NHS

UK National Health Service, publicly funded healthcare system in England

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NHS partners with barbershops, clubs and mosques to improve heart health