How's your heart
Identifying medical conditions can significantly improve your health. High blood pressure (BP), atrial fibrillation (AF), and high cholesterol can be managed with the help of your GP.
'How's your heart' checks have been designed as a quick and easy way for you to check on your wellbeing without scheduling a visit to the doctor (information recorded at 'How's your heart' events may be shared with GPs to help manage test outcomes).
Our Active North Tyneside team offers quick, free and painless blood pressure and AF checks at various venues in North Tyneside, without the need for an appointment.
Blood pressure and atrial fibrillation checks
What happens when you attend a 'How's your heart' check?
The next 'How's your heart?' events for BP and AF are taking place on:
- Monday 10 November, 12–2pm at The Parks Sports Centre
- Wednesday 19 November, 9.30am–12pm at Whitley Bay Community Hub and Library
- Thursday 20 November, 11am–1.30pm at John Willie Sams
Exclusion criteria (such as an existing medical condition or being on some medications) applies.
Active North Tyneside offers free 'How's your heart' sessions for businesses, teams, groups and communities. For more information or to book an event email gillian.adam@northtyneside.gov.uk or call Active North Tyneside on 0191 643 7171.
Blood pressure checks at pharmacies
Some pharmacies may be able to offer you a free blood pressure check. Some residents may also be eligible for a full NHS Health Check, which is a more detailed check to prepare you for the future and take steps to improve your health.
Find information about your blood pressure and arrange a free check: