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Too much pressure? NEARLY half the UK population don't know what their blood pressure is - and of those who do nearly a quarter are baffled by what the numbers mean. But high blood pressure could prove fatal, so knowing your numbers is essential. KAREN HAMBRIDGE reports.(News)
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Coventry Evening Telegraph (England)
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September 18, 2006
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Copyright informationCOPYRIGHT 2006 Coventry Newpapers. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan. All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)
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Byline: KAREN HAMBRIDGE
HAVING your blood pressure checked regularly is vital, according to Coventry consultant in public health Dr Peter Barker.
High blood pressure has no direct symptoms so the first a sufferer might know about it is when they fall victim to a stroke or heart attack - perhaps fatally.
"It's a good idea for everyone aged over 40 to have their blood pressure monitored. You don't have to make a specific appointment at the GPs, just ask for a check the next time you see your ...
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