Free NHS blood pressure checks for adults aged 40 and over — part of the NHS Health Check programme. Spotting high blood pressure early dramatically cuts your risk of heart attack and stroke. Results and lifestyle advice on the day.
What we check — and why.
High BP rarely has symptoms. The only way to know is to measure.
Resting BP
Both armsWe take a reading in both arms (the higher one counts) after 5 minutes of seated rest.
Heart rate
IncludedA quick check of pulse and rhythm — useful alongside the BP number.
Immediate result
Same dayWe tell you what the numbers mean before you leave the pharmacy.
Lifestyle advice
PersonalisedDiet, exercise, salt, alcohol — practical changes that actually move the numbers.
Smoking & weight
OptionalWant a chat about quitting smoking or weight management? We can plug you in.
GP referral
If neededIf your reading is high, we write to your GP same day to organise next steps.
Ambulatory check
Take-homeHigher-end? We can lend you a 24-hour BP monitor to confirm before treatment.
Annual follow-up
FreeOnce a year while you're 40+ — we'll remind you when it's due.
- Under 40?
We can still check your BP privately for £10 — quick and reassuring.
Three steps. Five minutes start to finish.
Quick eligibility check
We confirm you're 40+, not currently treated for high BP, and haven't been checked in the last year.
Measurement
Two readings, both arms, after a brief rest. We take an average.
Result + advice
We talk through what the numbers mean and either reassure you or organise next steps.
Common questions.
Quick answers about eligibility, prep and cost. Still unsure? Give us a ring on 01256322973.
Yes — completely free if you're 40+ and haven't had one in the last year, as part of the NHS Health Check programme.
Avoid caffeine for 30 minutes beforehand, rest seated for 5 minutes before the reading, and wear a short-sleeved top or one with loose sleeves.
We may take a second reading after a rest, or lend you a 24-hour ambulatory monitor to confirm. If it's persistently high, we'll refer you to your GP the same day.
Adults 40+ should have BP checked at least every 5 years; annually if you have additional risk factors (overweight, family history, diabetes). We'll advise.
Yes, though that's slightly different and covered by your GP's review schedule. We can still take a one-off reading if you'd like reassurance between visits.
When did you last check? Book a 5-minute slot.
Free for adults 40+ · Immediate results · Lifestyle advice included
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- Superintendent Pharmacist
- Sagar Lungiwala
- GPhC Registration Number
- 1096781
- Company Name
- Kesa Tech Ltd
- Company Number
- 11726902