The NHS Blood Pressure Monitor Scheme loans blood pressure monitors to residents via selected libraries across the Isle of Wight.
Did you know that 1 in 4 adults have high blood pressure? The Isle of Wight Council is offering residents the chance to borrow a blood pressure monitor from one of six local libraries across the Island, FREE of charge!
The free to loan monitors are available to Island residents over the age of 18 years old who hold a valid library membership. If you are not a member of your local library it takes just a few minutes on arrival, just bring along a photo ID.
The monitors are available from the following libraries in the Ventnor area, during their usual opening hours:
- Ventnor Library
- Niton Library
Each library will initially have six monitors which will be available on a ‘first come, first served’ basis. You will be able to check your blood pressure in the comfort of your own home, and you are allowed to take your readings for one week. It's easy to do and you will be shown what to do.
- One in 4 adults have high blood pressure
- There are usually no symptoms
- High blood pressure can lead to heart attacks, strokes, kidney disease and dementia.
