Advice for people managing High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) at home

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]It is not clear why people with high blood pressure are at a higher risk of developing complications if they contract COVID-19, so it is important to follow all the recommended advice on staying safe and take any heart medication your doctor has prescribed.

You have high blood pressure when your blood pressure readings are more than 140 over 90 consistently over several readings. When on treatment for high blood pressure the target for most people is to have a blood pressure below 130/80mmHg particularly if you have had a cardiac event or stroke; have other risk factors; or have diabetes.

High blood pressure is very common in Ireland and by taking control of your blood pressure you can make a positive step towards reducing your overall risk of having a heart attack or stroke. You can do this following the medical advice you are given by your doctor, having regular check-ups, taking your medication as prescribed and making positive lifestyle changes.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator][vc_column_text]Many people also like to monitor their blood pressure themselves using a home blood pressure monitor. The British & Irish Hypertension Society publishes the only independent, validated blood pressure monitors for home use, not governed by commercial interest. For a full list of validated blood pressure monitors, click here, or here is Croí’s short-list of recommended blood pressure monitors:

[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The following video outlines how to measure your blood pressure using a validated monitor to ensure it is recorded accurately.[/vc_column_text][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/4FTHz4m4LuQ”][vc_column_text]For more information on High Blood Pressure, click here.

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