How's your heart
Identifying medical conditions can significantly improve your health. High blood pressure (BP), atrial fibrillation (AF), and high cholesterol can be managed with the help of your GP.
'How's your heart' checks have been designed as a quick and easy way for you to check on your wellbeing without scheduling a visit to the doctor (information recorded at 'How's your heart' events may be shared with GPs to help manage test outcomes).
Our Active North Tyneside team offers quick, free and painless blood pressure and AF checks at various venues in North Tyneside, without the need for an appointment.
Blood pressure and atrial fibrillation checks
What happens when you attend a 'How's your heart' check?
The next 'How's your heart?' events for BP and AF are taking place on:
- Thursday 9 October, 10am-12.30pm at Howdon Community Hub and Library
Exclusion criteria (such as an existing medical condition or being on some medications) applies. If you are registered at Wellspring Medical Practice you are not eligible for a BP/AF health check at 'How's your heart' events. If you are not eligible, you can access testing at some local pharmacies (details below).
Blood pressure checks at pharmacies
Some pharmacies may be able to offer you a free blood pressure check. Some residents may also be eligible for a full NHS Health Check, which is a more detailed check to prepare you for the future and take steps to improve your health.
Find information about your blood pressure and arrange a free check: