MediRite Pharmacies across the country will offer free blood pressure tests on 16 February at their branches.
Publicity manager of MediRite, Angelique Wagner said, “High blood pressure or hypertension is often called the ‘silent killer’ because there are rarely any symptoms or obvious warning signs that blood pressure is high, the only way to tell whether you have high blood pressure is to have it tested.”
CEO of the Heart and Stroke Foundation South Africa, Professor Pamela Naidoo said, “While high blood pressure or hypertension might not have symptoms of its own it can cause other potentially fatal conditions and is one of the most common risk factors for heart attacks, stroke and kidney disease in the South African population.
Naidoo added, “Early detection and appropriate medical treatment can limit damage and further complications, often saving lives.”
Wagner added, “To take advantage of this free service, customers are urged to make an appointment at their nearest MediRite, where a friendly and qualified pharmacist will administer the blood pressure test.”
Details: www.medirite.co.za
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