Warrington Borough Council, alongside Public Health and LiveWire, is encouraging residents to take advantage of free Blood Pressure Drop-In sessions running across the borough this April.
High blood pressure (hypertension) is often described as a “silent condition” because it typically has no noticeable symptoms. Many people may be living with it without realising, which increases the risk of serious health problems such as heart attack, stroke and kidney disease. Locally, it is estimated that around one in three adults in Warrington may have undiagnosed high blood pressure.
These drop-in sessions are designed to make it as easy as possible for residents to get checked. The test is quick, free, and does not require an appointment. Neil’s Lifestyle Teams will be supporting delivery of the sessions across a range of accessible community locations.
If high blood pressure is identified, support and advice will be available. This may include simple lifestyle changes such as improving diet, reducing salt intake, increasing physical activity, or where appropriate, starting medication.
Who should attend?
While everyone is welcome, these sessions are particularly important for adults aged 40 and over, or anyone who has not had their blood pressure checked recently.
Session locations and times include:
- Community centres across Warrington
- Libraries and family hubs
- Local leisure centres and community venues
- The Living Well Hub and mobile Living Well Bus
(Please see full schedule for dates and times at the end of the article.)
If you are unable to attend one of the sessions, blood pressure checks are also available at most local pharmacies or through your GP practice as part of an NHS Health Check for those aged 40–74.
You may also wish to consider purchasing a home blood pressure monitor, with many reliable options available from around £20. Monitoring your blood pressure at home can help you stay informed and take control of your health.
Councillor Maureen McLaughlin, Cabinet Member for Health, Wellbeing and Social Care, said:
“High blood pressure can often go unnoticed, but it can have serious consequences if left untreated. I would encourage residents, particularly those aged over 40, to attend one of the many blood pressure drop-in sessions taking place this month.”
For more information about blood pressure and how to manage it, visit the NHS website.
Friday 17 April
- Boulting Avenue Family Hub, Boulting Avenue, WA5 0JG – 9.00am to 10.30am
Monday 20 April
- Culcheth Community Centre, 2 Jackson Avenue, WA3 4EL – 10.00am to 3.00pm
- Fearnhead Community Centre, Insall Road, WA3 0HD – 10.00am to 12.00pm
Tuesday 21 April
- Greenwood Community Centre, Thames Close, WA2 0FG – 9.30am to 1.00pm
- Pavilion Tea Rooms, St Elphin's Park, WA1 3GF – 10.00am to 1.00pm
- Living Well Hub, 26-30 Horsemarket St, WA1 1XL – 12.00pm to 4.00pm
Wednesday 22 April
- Stockton Heath Library, Alexandra Park, WA4 2AN – 10.30am to 1.30pm
- Greenwood Community Centre, Thames Close, WA2 0FG – 9.30am to 11.00am
- Pavilion Tea Rooms, St Elphin's Park, WA1 3GF – 10.00am to 1.00pm
- Culcheth Community Centre, 2 Jackson Avenue, WA3 4EL – 10.00am to 3.00pm
- Fearnhead Community Centre, Insall Road, WA3 0HD – 10.00am to 12.00pm
Thursday 23 April
- Tinsley Street Family Hub, Tinsley Street, WA4 1RE – 8.45am to 10.00am
- Pavilion Tea Rooms, St Elphin's Park, WA1 3GF – 10.00am to 1.00pm
- Lymm Youth and Community Centre, Bridgewater Street, WA13 0AB – 10.00am to 12.00pm
- Warrington Youth Zone, Dallam Lane, WA2 7NG – 11.00am to 1.00pm
- Broomfields Leisure Centre, Broomfield’s Road, WA4 3AE – 10.00am to 12.30pm
- Living Well Bus, Living Well Hub, 26-30 Horsemarket St, WA1 1XL – 10.30am to 4.00pm
Friday 24 April
- Westbrook Library, Westbrook Crescent, WA5 8UG9 – 9.30am to 3.00pm