Blood Pressure Check in Southampton

Solent Pharmacy in Southampton offers free NHS blood pressure checks for adults aged 40+, helping detect and manage high blood pressure early through expert screening and support.

At Solent Pharmacy in Shirley, Southampton, we offer free NHS blood pressure checks as part of the Hypertension Case-Finding Service. High blood pressure (also known as hypertension) is a common but serious condition that can go unnoticed — and unmanaged — for years. A simple check could make all the difference.

How it works?

If you’re eligible, our trained pharmacy team will carry out a blood pressure check in a private consultation room. If your reading is high, we may offer 24-hour monitoring using a wearable cuff and device. Your results are reviewed, shared with your GP if needed, and lifestyle advice is given to help manage or lower your blood pressure.

Why it matters?

High blood pressure rarely shows symptoms but significantly increases your risk of heart attacks, strokes, and kidney problems. A quick, painless check could detect hypertension early — and help you take control of your health before problems arise.

What Is High Blood Pressure?

High blood pressure occurs when the force of blood flowing through your arteries is consistently too high. This extra pressure puts strain on your heart and blood vessels, increasing the risk of developing:

Heart attacks
Strokes
Kidney disease
Vascular dementia

Signs & Symptoms – Why You Should Get Checked

High blood pressure is often called the “silent killer” because it usually has no symptoms at all. Many people live with the condition unknowingly until it leads to a serious event such as a stroke or heart attack.

In some cases of very high blood pressure, people may experience:

Headaches
Blurred vision
Nosebleeds
Shortness of breath

However, most people feel completely fine, which is why regular blood pressure checks are so important — especially if you’re over 40 or have other health risks.

Who Is Eligible for a Free NHS Blood Pressure Check?

You’re eligible for a free in-pharmacy NHS blood pressure check at Solent Pharmacy if you:

Are aged 40 or over
Have not already been diagnosed with high blood pressure

If you are under 40 or outside the standard eligibility criteria, your GP can refer you to our pharmacy electronically so you can still access the service under the NHS.

What Does the Service Involve?

Our Hypertension Case-Finding Service is a quick and straightforward process:

1. In-Pharmacy Blood Pressure Check

A trained member of our team will check your blood pressure in a private consultation room using a clinically approved digital monitor.

2. Lifestyle Advice

We’ll offer practical advice on how to reduce or manage blood pressure naturally, including tips on:

Healthy eating
Physical activity
Salt reduction
Smoking cessation

3. Advanced Monitoring If Needed

If your blood pressure reading is 140/85 mmHg or higher, we may recommend a more detailed assessment called 24-hour Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring (ABPM).

What Is 24-Hour ABPM?

ABPM is the gold standard for diagnosing high blood pressure accurately.

Here’s how it works:

You’ll wear a lightweight monitor connected to a cuff placed on your arm
The monitor records your blood pressure at regular intervals over 24 hours, including while you sleep
You’ll return the monitor the next day
We download the results and share them with your GP to determine if further treatment or investigation is needed

This extended monitoring is completely free as part of the NHS programme.

Why Choose Solent Pharmacy?

✅ Experienced and approachable team
✅ Comfortable, private consultation room
✅ No long GP wait times
✅ Fully NHS-approved service
✅ Convenient central Southampton location
✅ Ongoing support and direct GP communication

Book Your Free NHS Blood Pressure Check Today

If you’re aged 40 or over and not already diagnosed with high blood pressure, you are entitled to this free, potentially life-saving NHS service.

A quick check now could prevent a serious health issue later.

Visit us at Solent Pharmacy, call us on 023 8122 9024, or walk in to ask about your eligibility.

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