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High blood pressure (hypertension) often has no symptoms, yet it can lead to serious health problems such as heart disease, stroke and kidney damage if left untreated. At Million Pharmacy Sunderland, we provide a free NHS blood pressure check service, helping to identify high blood pressure early — often before symptoms appear.
This service is available to eligible patients under the NHS Community Pharmacy Hypertension Case-Finding Scheme. During your visit, we will:
What is ABPM?
ABPM involves wearing a small portable blood pressure monitor for 24 hours. The device automatically measures your blood pressure at regular intervals during the day and night.
This gives a more accurate picture of your blood pressure throughout your normal daily activities and helps your GP decide if treatment is required.
All consultations take place in our private consultation room.
- Take an accurate blood pressure reading
- Explain your results clearly
- Assess any relevant risk factors
- Provide lifestyle advice where appropriate
- Refer you to your GP if needed
What is ABPM?
ABPM involves wearing a small portable blood pressure monitor for 24 hours. The device automatically measures your blood pressure at regular intervals during the day and night.
This gives a more accurate picture of your blood pressure throughout your normal daily activities and helps your GP decide if treatment is required.
All consultations take place in our private consultation room.
You may be eligible if you:
- Are aged 40 years or over and do not already have a diagnosis of hypertension
- Have previously had a high blood pressure reading
- Have been referred by your GP for blood pressure monitoring
If your blood pressure is raised:
- We may provide 24-hour (or daytime) ABPM monitoring
- You will receive clear advice on lifestyle changes
- With your consent, your results will be shared securely with your GP
- You may be referred for further assessment or treatment
- We will explain your reading
- Provide advice on maintaining a healthy blood pressure
- Recommend when you may benefit from future checks
High blood pressure rarely causes symptoms, which is why regular checks are so important. Early detection allows:
- Earlier lifestyle changes
- Timely medical treatment where required
- Reduced risk of heart attack, stroke and kidney disease
- This is a free NHS screening service for eligible patients.
- Blood pressure checks are non-invasive and generally safe.
- ABPM devices must be worn as instructed to ensure accurate results.
- Continue taking any prescribed medicines unless advised otherwise by your GP.
- If you experience chest pain, severe headache, breathlessness or signs of stroke, call 999 immediately.
- Delivered under the NHS Hypertension Case-Finding Scheme
- Consultations provided in a private setting
- Supplied by trained pharmacy professionals
- Operates in accordance with General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) standards
- Your information is handled securely in line with UK data protection legislation
