In partnership with the Stroke Association, Vision Express will continue to host free 'Know Your Blood Pressure' clinics at selected stores across the UK.
The aim of the clinics is to raise awareness and - with high blood pressure being a contributing factor to 54% of strokes - encourage people to take what is a simple and painless test.
A stroke is caused by a prolonged lack of oxygen to the brain. Those with high blood pressure are particularly at risk, and up to 60% of people will experience visual problems following a stroke.
An Eye Test can help identify the indicators of increased blood pressure, along with the early symptoms of other health problems, including those associated with a stroke. That’s why it’s so important to have an Eye Test at least every two years.
Book an Eye TestFrom Darlington to Eastbourne, our ‘Know Your Blood Pressure’ clinics have proved very popular in some of the towns and cities we call home.
Could you be one of the estimated 6.8 million people in the UK with undiagnosed high blood pressure? Find out by visiting one of the following events.