Free community event to help you understand and manage high blood pressure
Residents in Lewisham are invited to a free community event to learn more about high blood pressure – what it means, how to measure it and what you can do to keep it under control.
The Understanding High Blood Pressure event takes place on Wednesday 22 October 2025, from 9:30am to 1:30pm at Studio 2, Forest Hill Pools, Dartmouth Road, SE23 3HZ (Open in Google Maps).
At the event you can:
- Have your blood pressure checked
- Learn how to measure your blood pressure
- Understand what is normal and what is not
- Receive dietary and exercise advice
- Meet others with high blood pressure
- Speak to the experts
Refreshments will be provided, all are welcome!
High blood pressure often has no symptoms but is a leading cause of heart disease, stroke and kidney disease. Knowing your numbers and learning how to manage them can make a huge difference to your long-term health.
Book your free place: Understand High Blood Pressure Session Tickets, Wed 22 Oct 2025 at 09:30 | Eventbrite