Know Your Numbers - Results

The results of the Blood Pressure Association's "Know Your Numbers" week are in, and it makes sobering reading.

At least 246,000 adults across the UK had a free blood pressure check. Only 24% of people tested had an 'optimal' reading. This means 76% (187,000) of those tested should be taking positive action to lower their blood pressure.

Across the UK, 38% (more than 93,000 people) had high blood pressure readings (at least 140/90mmHg) which needed further investigation.

Even 'average' readings across the UK fell into the 'high normal' definition (130/85 - 139/89mmHg). The final report is here. See page 6 for the headlines.