Health leaders claim that more than 100 heart attacks and 200 strokes could be prevented in Sussex over the next three years, if more people get their blood pressure checked.
It is estimated that 29,000 residents could be at risk from undiagnosed high blood pressure, known as hypertension.
Community pharmacies and GP surgeries across the region are taking part in a national drive to encourage more people to get tested.
The campaign – called ‘Know Your Numbers Week’ – aims to encourage us all to know our typical blood pressure reading.
