The NHS initiative, for people in England over the age of 40, could save thousands of lives.
Everyone over the age of 40 in England will be able to have their blood pressure checked for free in High Street chemists from October.
If 2.5 million people get their blood pressure checked in this way, it is estimated that an extra 250,000 people could receive life-saving treatment for hypertension. "More High Street heart checks for blood pressure will mean more rapid detection of killer conditions and quicker treatment for patients who need it."
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