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![]() ![]() Ideally, the upper blood pressure (systolic) reading should be below 140 and the lower blood pressure (systolic) reading should be below 90. A blood pressure of 140/90 mmHg or higher indicates high blood pressure.ĭoctors recommend checking your blood pressure at least once a year (and more if you are on medication).Ī blood pressure reading can be divided into parts: Upper blood pressure (systolic), lower blood pressure (diastolic) and pulse rate. The blood pressure reading of a healthy adult should be lower than 120/80 mmHg (millimetres of mercury). High blood pressure (also known as hypertension) increases your risk of stroke, heart disease and other serious health complications if left unchecked.
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