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Dr Chris Steele, Stroke Association and the Rotary are out to conquer stroke
In a bid to conquer stroke, residents in Manchester are invited to free blood pressure testing by the Stroke Association and the Rotary Club of Manchester, to mark Know Your Blood Pressure Day on Saturday 23 April.
The team will be set up in the Manchester Arndale from 10am - 4pm and will be joined by This Morning’s resident doctor, Dr Chris Steele, who is supporting the campaign to raise awareness.
High blood pressure remains the single biggest risk factor for stroke, contributing to over half (54%) of strokes in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Residents inManchestercan get their blood pressure checked, and receive information and advice on steps to keep it under control.
Scott Smith, Community Development and Partnerships Manager at the Stroke Association, said: “High blood pressure is often referred to as the silent killer because it doesn’t have any symptoms and many people have no idea their health may be at risk. Over nine million people in the UK currently have high blood pressure but estimates suggest there could be up to almost seven million people who are undiagnosed and at risk.
“Getting your blood pressure checked is easy and quick. We hope to see many people from Manchesterat the Arndale; it’s a simple way to reducing your risk of having a stroke.”
The Stroke Association runs Know your Blood Pressure events throughout the year. To find your nearest blood pressure event, visit www.stroke.org.uk/kybp.
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A stroke is a brain attack which happens when the blood supply to the brain is cut off, caused by a clot or bleeding in the brain. There are around 152,000 strokes in the UK every year and it is the leading cause of severe adult disability. There are over 1.2 million people in the UK living with the effects of stroke.
Stroke Association is a charity. We believe in life after stroke and together we can conquer stroke. We work directly with stroke survivors and their families and carers, with health and social care professionals and with scientists and researchers. We campaign to improve stroke care and support people to make the best recovery they can. We fund research to develop new treatments and ways of preventing stroke. The Stroke Helpline (0303 303 3100) provides information and support on stroke. More information can be found at www.stroke.org.uk
