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Get a Free Blood Pressure Test in May!
When it comes to hypertension and heart health - you need to follow your doctor's advice. And well-known influencer Dr. Mela is telling you to get your Blood Pressure (BP) checked this May Measurement Month. Why? Because it's a silent killer. You don't know you have it until something happens and this can include a heart attack or stroke. BP tests are FREE in May so find a pharmacy in your area and take the test today: https://bit.ly/FreeBPCheck Find out more about hypertension here: https://bit.ly/MyHypertensionHealthPartner #CheckYourBloodPressure #TakeYourMedicine #BecauseIsayso #MayMeasurementMonth #BP #heart #hearthealth #cardio #hypertension #heartattack #stroke [Medical disclaimer: This is not medical advice. Do not stop or change your blood pressure medication without consulting your healthcare professional.]

40 - 60? Get your BP checked this May Measurement Month
More than 1.2 billion people suffer from hypertension (high blood pressure). It’s the world's deadliest disease, it’s affecting more and more young adults, and South Africa is no exception. This #MayMeasurementMonth – everyone – but especially the 40 – 60-year-old age group – is being called to get their Blood Pressure checked. Why? Because this age group is one of the least diagnosed for hypertension. Working, too busy and too much happening is no excuse for not taking this lifesaving test. It only takes a minute. And it’s FREE – but only in May at participating Pharmacies. Find a pharmacy in your area and take the test today: https://bit.ly/FreeBPCheck For more on hypertension - go to: https://bit.ly/MyHypertensionHealthPartner #CheckYourBloodPressure #TakeYourMedicine #BecauseIsayso #CV #healthy #MayMeasurementMonth #heart #Health #wellness #bloodpressure #heartattack #hypertension #hearthealth #healthylifestyle #highbloodpressure #heartdisease #diet [Medical disclaimer: This is not medical advice. Do not stop or change your blood pressure medication without consulting your healthcare professional.]

In SA - 53 men over age 30 - die from hypertension (high blood pressure) every day. 😢Someone’s father, brother, husband, or grandfather. Even one preventable death - is one too many. This invisible illness has no symptoms. You don’t feel ill until something happens. High blood pressure (BP) can be controlled – but it all starts with a simple one-minute test that could save your life. 👉 Don’t be a statistic – get a FREE BP test during May Measurement Month. 👉 Find a participating pharmacy here: add link https://bit.ly/FreeBPCheck 💓 #CheckYourBloodPressure #TakeYourMedicine #BecauseIsayso #MayMeasurementMonth #bloodpressure #hypertension #hearthealth #healthylifestyle #highbloodpressure #heartdisease #CV #healthy #health #wellness [Medical disclaimer: This is not medical advice. Do not stop or change your blood pressure medication without consulting your healthcare professional.]

Constant stress can be detrimental to your health. 🤯With normal stress levels, good quality sleep should be able to restore energy levels and emotional reserves. It’s recommended that healthy adults get 7 - 8 hours’ sleep 💤 a night. ⏰ Too little sleep is associated with weight gain and obesity, inflammation, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and even death. Insomnia and too little sleep are also risk factors for heart disease. 💓 Find out more about resting well to reduce high blood pressure: https://www.myhealth-partner.co.za/blog/i-relax/ #CheckYourBloodPressure #TakeYourMedicine #BecauseIsayso #heart #hearthealth #heartattack #bloodpressure #hypertension #heartdisease #healthylifestyle #highbloodpressure #CV #healthy #bloodpressurecontrol #bloodpressuremonitor #healthyliving #heartattack #stroke #bloodpressureproblems #bloodpressurecheck #cardiovascularrisk [Medical disclaimer: This is not medical advice. Do not stop or change your blood pressure medication without consulting your healthcare professional.]

Hypertension or high blood pressure (BP) symptoms in women – as in men – are mainly silent and often unnoticeable. As women age the risk of developing high BP increases. Whether in your 40s, 50s, 60s, or older, make heart healthy lifestyle changes to lower the stress on your heart 💓: 👉 Quit smoking 👉 Move more – 30 to 40 mins of aerobic exercise, 3 – 5 times a week 👉 Cut back salt intake and eat more fruit and veggies 👉 Moderate alcohol intake and manage stress 👉 Check your BP levels. Because prevention is better than cure. Learn more about hypertension here: https://bit.ly/HypertensionHelpHere #CheckYourBloodPressure #TakeYourMedicine #BecauseIsayso #bloodpressure #hypertension #hearthealth #healthylifestyle #highbloodpressure #heartdisease #CV #healthy #health #wellness #hromones #woman [Medical disclaimer: This is not medical advice. Do not stop or change your blood pressure medication without consulting your healthcare professional.]

Hypertension - high blood pressure - is a chronic illness that causes more deaths than any other medical condition! Every death is a death too many – especially when you consider that hypertension can be controlled. 👨‍⚕️ Anyone can develop the condition – no one is immune – even children as young as 15! 💡 Join the MAY Measurement Month movement and get a FREE blood pressure test in MAY – only at participating pharmacies. 👉You’re never too young to know your numbers. Roll up your sleeves for the big squeeze and take the test today - it could save your life! 💓 Find a pharmacy in your area and take the test today: https://bit.ly/FreeBPCheck #CheckYourBloodPressure #TakeYourMedicine #BecauseIsayso #MayMeasurementMonth #bloodpressure #hypertension #hearthealth #healthylifestyle #highbloodpressure #heartdisease #CV #healthy #bloodpressurecontrol #bloodpressuremonitor #heart #healthyliving #heartattack #stroke #bloodpressureproblems [Medical disclaimer: This is not medical advice. Do not stop or change your blood pressure medication without consulting your healthcare professional.]

❗️It’s World 🌎 Hypertension Day❗️ Did you know that even children get hypertension (high blood pressure)? In fact, up to 50% of South Africans over the age of 15 have high blood pressure. And hypertension is a silent killer – an invisible illness with almost no symptoms. You don’t know you have it until it’s too late. Prevention is better than cure. It’s May Measurement Month. Join millions around the globe who are checking their pressure – it could change your life. Speak to your doctor today! 👨‍⚕️ Hypertension 💓help is at hand – click here for sites to get your BP tested free: https://bit.ly/FreeBPCheck #CheckYourBloodPressure #TakeYourMedicine #BecauseIsayso #heart #hearthealth #heartattack #bloodpressure #hypertension #heartdisease #healthylifestyle #highbloodpressure #CV #healthy #bloodpressurecontrol #heart #bloodpressuremonitor #healthyliving #heartattack #stroke #bloodpressureproblems #bloodpressurecheck #cardiovascularrisk [Medical disclaimer: This is not medical advice. Do not stop or change your blood pressure medication without consulting your healthcare professional.]

❗️Planning a pregnancy with high BP can be dangerous - but not impossible. 🍼 It’s important to develop a pregnancy plan with your doctor before falling pregnant. Many women go on to develop high blood pressure (BP) during pregnancy – despite never having the condition before. This is especially true during first pregnancies. To keep mom and baby safe - prenatal care must include BP testing for all expectant mothers. If you have a baby on the way – get a FREE BP test this May Measurement Month. 👇 Find a participating pharmacy here: https://bit.ly/FreeBPCheck 💓 #CheckYourBloodPressure #TakeYourMedicine #BecauseIsayso #health #wellness #bloodpressure #hypertension #hearthealth #healthylifestyle #pregnancy #baby #bloodpressurecontrol #highbloodpressure #heartdisease #CV #healthy [Medical disclaimer: This is not medical advice. Do not stop or change your blood pressure medication without consulting your healthcare professional.]

May Measurement Month Public Service Announcement: If diagnosed with hypertension (high blood pressure), your doctor will suggest lifestyle changes and prescribe medication that has to be taken daily to control the condition. Follow your doctor’s instructions – stopping medication is dangerous and has severe consequences. Lower your blood pressure. Live better. Live longer. Watch to find out how. Find out more about hypertension here: https://bit.ly/MyHypertensionHealthPartner #TakeYourTreatment #BloodPressure #Hypertension #BecauseIsaySo #CheckYourBloodPressure #TakeYourMedicine #heartdisease #CV #heart #hypertensionawareness #selfcare #prevention #highbloodpressuresolutions #highbloodpressuretreatment #hearthealth [Medical disclaimer: This is not medical advice. Do not stop or change your blood pressure medication without consulting your healthcare professional.]

Did you know⁉️ Only 1 in 5 adults with hypertension have it under control? 💡 But efficient treatments exist and thanks to an early diagnosis and appropriate care, we can control the disease and live well with hypertension. If your blood pressure is high, your doctor may recommend lifestyle changes, such as adding exercise and changing your diet, or medication to help control it. Here are some simple steps to avoid the consequences of the disease.👇 If you have any questions, remember to talk with your doctor about your treatment. Take care for your health. 🙏 Hypertension help is at hand. To learn more and to understand the illness – click here: https://bit.ly/HighBPFAQ #TakeYourTreatment #BloodPressure #Hypertension #BecauseIsaySo #CheckYourBloodPressure #TakeYourMedicine #heartdisease #hypertensionawareness #selfcare #prevention #highbloodpressuresolutions #highbloodpressuretreatment

50% of the population is unaware they have hypertension. Could it be you? This May Measurement Month – join the millions around the globe who are getting their blood pressure (BP) checked. This simple 1-minute test saves lives. Help us fight against high blood pressure when you encourage your relatives, friends and loved ones to join the movement and get their BP checked this May! Find a site and get your BP checked FREE in May: https://bit.ly/FreeBPCheck For hypertension help - go to: https://bit.ly/MyHypertensionHealthPartner #CheckYourBloodPressure #TakeYourMedicine #BecauseIsayso #bp #heart #wellness #bloodpressure #hypertension #heartdisease #healthylifestyle #highbloodpressure #CV #hearthealth #healthy #bloodpressurecontrol #bloodpressuremonitor #healthyliving #heartattack #stroke #bloodpressureproblems #bloodpressurecheck #cardiovascularrisk [Medical disclaimer: This is not medical advice. Do not stop or change your blood pressure medication without consulting your healthcare professional.]

#MayMeasurementMonth: Hypertension (high Blood Pressure) causes heart disease and in South Africa, nearly 50% of South Africans over the age of 15 have high Blood Pressure (BP). What’s even more concerning, is only 50% know they are affected. Do you know your numbers? Get your BP tested FREE at participating Pharmacies – only in May Measurement Month! Find a pharmacy in your area and take the test today: https://bit.ly/FreeBPCheck For hypertension help - go to: https://bit.ly/MyHypertensionHealthPartner #CheckYourBloodPressure #TakeYourMedicine #BecauseIsayso #health #wellness #MayMeasurementMonth #bloodpressure #hypertension #hearthealth #healthylifestyle #highbloodpressure #heartdisease #CV #healthy [Medical disclaimer: This is not medical advice. Do not stop or change your blood pressure medication without consulting your healthcare professional.]

Did you know that nearly 50% of South Africans over the age of 15 have hypertension – commonly known as high blood pressure (BP)? More and more young people in SA have high BP which is frightening because this illness causes more deaths than any other medical condition! And only 50% of people with hypertension know they have it. Do you know your numbers? It’s May Measurement Month and time to test your BP. Go to your doctor or your local pharmacy and check your pressure today. Find a pharmacy in your area today: https://bit.ly/FreeBPCheck For hypertension help - go to: https://bit.ly/MyHypertensionHealthPartner #CheckYourBloodPressure #TakeYourMedicine #BecauseIsayso #bloodpressure #hypertension #hearthealth #healthylifestyle #highbloodpressure #heartdisease #CV #healthy #bloodpressurecontrol #CV #health #wellness #stroke #heartattack [Medical disclaimer: This is not medical advice. Do not stop or change your blood pressure medication without consulting your healthcare professional.]

Get Moving: Physical activity is good for your heart and 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week, is recommended. Different exercises have different benefits. Aerobic exercise (walking, jogging, skipping, cycling, and swimming) can help lower your blood pressure and make your heart stronger. Strength training builds strong muscles that burns more calories. Whatever you choose - making your heart beat a little faster for breathing harder is good for your health. Find out more about exercises that help hypertension: https://bit.ly/ExerciseAndHypertension #bloodpressure #hypertension #hearthealth #healthylifestyle #stroke #highbloodpressure #heartdisease #CV #healthy #CheckYourBloodPressure #TakeYourMedicine #BecauseIsayso #health #wellness #heartattack #exercise [Medical disclaimer: This is not medical advice. Do not stop or change your blood pressure medication without consulting your healthcare professional.]

Get a FREE BP Check this May Measurement Month
It’s May Measurement Month and time to #checkyourbloodpressure. Why? Because the symptoms are silent - you don't know you have hypertension (high Blood Pressure) until something happens. As women age the risk of developing high Blood Pressure (BP) increases. Whether in your 40s, 50s, 60s, or older. Make heart-healthy lifestyle changes to lower the stress on your heart – starting with a BP check – FREE – only in MAY at participating Pharmacies. Find a pharmacy in your area and take the test today: https://bit.ly/FreeBPCheck For hypertension help - go to: https://bit.ly/MyHypertensionHealthPartner #CheckYourPressure #TakeYourMedicine #BecauseIsayso #heart #CV #Health #MayMeasurementMonth #wellness #bloodpressure #hypertension #hearthealth #healthylifestyle #highbloodpressure #heartdisease #stroke #heartattack [Medical disclaimer: This is not medical advice. Do not stop or change your blood pressure medication without consulting your healthcare professional.]

50% of people with high blood pressure (BP) are unaware of their condition. 50% who are aware do not take treatment and 50% who take medication are not controlled. That means very few people have their BP in check. Could it be you? This chronic condition, known as the silent killer, is responsible for 28,000 deaths every day! Nothing kills quite like hypertension. Find out if you have elevated hypertension with a FREE BP test this May Measurement Month. Find a participating pharmacy in your area: https://bit.ly/FreeBPCheck Get hypertension help here: https://bit.ly/MyHypertensionHealthPartner #CheckYourBloodPressure #TakeYourMedicine #BecauseIsayso #health #wellness #heart #bloodpressure #hypertension #hearthealth #heartdisease #highbloodpressure #cardiovascularrisk [Medical disclaimer: This is not medical advice. Do not stop or change your blood pressure medication without consulting your healthcare professional.]

High Blood Pressure Help: Get a FREE BP test in MAY
Did you know that 50% of South Africans with hypertension (high blood pressure) are undiagnosed and untreated? The symptoms are silent - you don't know you have high blood pressure (BP) until something happens. And when you consider that someone dies every three seconds from the consequences of hypertension – it makes sense to #checkyourbloodpressure regularly. A BP test is the fastest way to detect and diagnose high BP - so roll up your sleeves and take the test – the big squeeze could save your life! The good news is you can get a FREE blood pressure test during May Measurement Month – only at participating pharmacies nationwide. Find a participating pharmacy in your area here: https://bit.ly/FreeBPCheck For High BP help - go to: https://bit.ly/MyHypertensionHealthPartner #CheckYourBloodPressure #TakeYourMedicine #BecauseIsayso #hypertension #heart #hearthealth #CV #health #wellness #bloodpressure #bloodpressurecheck #heartattack [Medical disclaimer: This is not medical advice. Do not stop or change your blood pressure medication without consulting your healthcare professional.]

Constant stress can be detrimental to your health. With normal stress levels, good quality sleep should be able to restore energy levels and emotional reserves. It’s recommended that healthy adults get 7 - 8 hours’ sleep a night. Too little sleep is associated with weight gain and obesity, inflammation, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and death. Insomnia and too little sleep are also risk factors for heart disease. Join the May Measurement Month movement and get your blood pressure (BP) checked at your local pharmacy. This simple one-minute test can save your life! Find a site in your area for free BP testing in May: https://www.hypertension.org.za/pages/screening-sites #CheckYourPressure #TakeYourMedicine #BecauseIsayso #MayMeasurementMonth [Medical disclaimer: This is not medical advice. Do not stop or change your blood pressure medication without consulting your healthcare professional.]

Did you know: Oestrogen is said to provide protection against heart disease in women. But as women age - this hormone level drops which may contribute to a higher risk of heart disease after menopause. Normal blood pressure (BP) levels are 120-129/70-79. If yours is higher than 140/90 – see your doctor immediately. You don't know you have high BP until something happens. Understand the risks and what can be done about it and remember – regular BP testing saves lives. Go to your doctor or local pharmacy and be one of the millions around the globe who are choosing to check their pressure this May Measurement Month! Find a site in your area for free BP testing in MAY: https://www.hypertension.org.za/pages/screening-sites #CheckYourPressure #TakeYourMedicine #BecauseIsayso #MayMeasurementMonth #bloodpressure #hypertension #heartdisease #healthylifestyle #highbloodpressure #CV #hearthealth #healthy #bloodpressurecontrol #bloodpressuremonitor #heart #healthyliving #heartattack #stroke #bloodpressureproblems #hormones #bloodpressurecheck #cardiovascularrisk [Medical disclaimer: This is not medical advice. Do not stop or change your blood pressure medication without consulting your healthcare professional.]

Everyone knows smoking is bad for you. But do you know why it’s bad for your heart? Each cigarette causes an increase in blood pressure for 20 to 40 minutes, as well as an increase of about 40% in the heart rate.2 This creates heart fatigue and weakens the artery walls in the long-term. Among smokers, the risk of suffering from cardiovascular disease is twice as high as among non-smokers.3 During exercise, smokers’ respiratory and heart capacities are also reduced. Love your heart. Say no to smoking today. And remember – regular BP testing saves lives. Join the May Measurement Month movement and choose to check your pressure today! Find a site here and get tested FREE in May: https://www.hypertension.org.za/pages/screening-sites For more on hypertension – go to: https://www.myhealth-partner.co.za/ #CheckYourPressure #TakeYourMedicine #BecauseIsayso #maymeasurementmonth💗 #bloodpressure #hypertension #hearthealth #healthylifestyle #highbloodpressure #heartdisease #CV #healthy #quitsmoking #bloodpressurecontrol #bloodpressuremonitor #heart #healthyliving #heartattack #stroke #bloodpressureproblems #bloodpressurecheck #cardiovascularrisk [Medical disclaimer: This is not medical advice. Do not stop or change your blood pressure medication without consulting your healthcare professional.]