Having good blood pressure is possibly the most important factor in cutting your risk of cardiovascular disease.
Risking it: Fighting against risk factors for coronary heart disease
High blood pressure and heart disease
Having high blood pressure can put you at greater risk of getting coronary heart disease. Ann shares her story of how she conquered her blood pressure.
High blood pressure and heart disease video - English
Further resources
Blood Pressure UK
The only UK charity dedicated to lowering the nation's blood pressure to prevent stroke and heart disease.
- https://www.bloodpressureuk.org/
Blood Pressure UKHow do I control my blood pressure?
Lifestyle options and choice of medicines Patient decision aid.
How do I control my blood pressure?British Heart Foundation
Find out more about high blood pressure on the British Heart Foundation website.
- https://www.bhf.org.uk/informationsupport/risk-factors/high-blood-pressure
British Heart Foundation