• Blood Pressure

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  • Average Blood Pressure Reading

  • Understanding your blood pressure reading

    Blood pressure is measured in millimetres of mercury (mmHg) and is given as two figures:


    Systolic pressure (Top Reading) – the pressure when your heart pushes blood out
    Diastolic pressure (Bottom Reading) – the pressure when your heart rests between beats

    For  example, if your blood pressure is "140 over 90" or 140/90mmHg, it  means you have a systolic pressure of 140mmHg and a diastolic pressure  of 90mmHg.


    As a general guide:


    Normal blood pressure is considered to be between 90/60mmHg and 120/80mmHg
    High blood pressure is considered to be 140/90mmHg or higher
    Low blood pressure is considered to be 90/60mmHg or lower

    A  blood pressure reading between 120/80mmHg and 140/90mmHg could mean  you're at risk of developing high blood pressure if you don't take steps  to keep your blood pressure under control.

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