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Information leaflet
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Stroke information
High blood pressure is the biggest risk factor for stroke. On top of the 9.5 million people diagnosed with high blood pressure in the UK, there are around 5.5 million people who don't know they have it.
This guide explains what high blood pressure is and how it increases your risk of stroke. It includes advice on how you can get your blood pressure checked and how to make sense of your blood pressure reading. It also discusses the medications and healthy lifestyle choices that can help you to lower your blood pressure and reduce your risk of stroke.
- Download the High blood pressure and stroke guide (PDF).
- Order a printed copy from our shop.
- Go to the High blood pressure webpage.
Accessible formats
- Download the guide in large print (Word doc).
- To request a braille copy, email helpline@stroke.org.uk.
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