Message from Hertfordshire & West Essex Integrated Care Board (ICB), it replaced CCG. It’s function is to be a bridge between the primary care providers and the NHS. We have our representation via our local surgery’s PPG (patient participation group).
As part of the ICB’s current campaign to encourage people to get their blood pressure checked we are keen to speak to anyone willing to share their own experiences.
Do you, or anyone you know, have a story you would be happy to share with us?
High blood pressure has no symptoms but if left untreated can lead to heart attack or stroke.
The campaign is particularly encouraging people over 40 to take up a free blood test check at a pharmacy.
Hearing from people who have discovered they had high blood pressure, and what this has meant for them, would really help us get the message out about the huge importance of getting it checked.
Find out more about the campaign on the ICS website including existing patient stories.
If you would be happy to share your story please email Lauren Oldershaw.