Free BP & Sugar Testing
Know your numbers at no additional cost.
FREE Blood Pressure & Sugar Testing
At our pharmacy, we’re committed to helping you take control of your health by offering blood pressure and sugar testing.
Our trained staff will take accurate readings of your blood pressure and blood sugar levels, which can help you detect potential health problems early on. Best of all, our services are completely free, making healthcare more accessible and affordable for everyone.
So why wait? Stop by our pharmacy today and take control of your health with our free blood pressure and sugar testing services
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Blood pressure is how hard your blood pushes against the walls of your arteries when your heart pumps blood. Arteries are the tubes that carry blood away from your heart. Every time your heart beats, it pumps blood through your arteries to the rest of your body.
Despite being the leading cause of death for both men and women, heart disease is largely preventable. In fact, up to 80% of cardiac and stroke events can be avoided through simple lifestyle changes and effective management of risk factors.
If you’re age 40 or older, or if you’re at higher risk for high blood pressure, get your blood pressure checked once a year.
If you’re age 18 to 39 and you aren’t at increased risk for high blood pressure, get your blood pressure checked every 3 to 5 years.
Blood sugar testing, also known as glucose testing, measures the amount of sugar (glucose) in your blood. This is important because your body needs glucose for energy, but too much glucose in your blood can lead to health problems. For example, high blood sugar can be a sign of diabetes, which can cause a range of complications if left untreated. By monitoring your blood sugar levels, you can catch potential health problems early and take steps to manage them. If you have diabetes, regular blood sugar testing is essential for managing your condition and preventing complications. Your doctor can recommend how often you should get tested based on your individual needs.
It’s recommended that individuals with diabetes get their blood sugar levels checked at least once a day. If you’re at risk for developing diabetes, your doctor may recommend getting tested more frequently.
Your risk for high blood pressure goes up as you get older. You’re also at increased risk for high blood pressure if you:
- Are African American
- Are overweight or have obesity
- Are currently pregnant or had high blood pressure during a past pregnancy
- Don’t get enough physical activity
- Drink too much alcohol
- Smoke
- Don’t eat a healthy diet
- Have kidney failure, diabetes, or some types of heart disease
To test your blood pressure, a nurse or doctor will put a cuff around your upper arm. The nurse or doctor will pump the cuff with air until it feels tight, then slowly let it out. This takes just a few minutes.
You can find out what your blood pressure numbers are right after the test is over. If the test shows that your blood pressure is high, ask the doctor what to do next.
Blood pressure can go up and down, so it’s a good idea to get it checked more than once.
A blood pressure test measures how hard your heart’s working to pump blood through your body.
Blood pressure is measured with 2 numbers. The first number is the pressure in your arteries when your heart beats. The second number is the pressure in your arteries when your heart relaxes between beats.
Compare your blood pressure to these numbers:
- Normal blood pressure is lower than 120/80 (said “120 over 80”)
- High blood pressure is 130/80 or higher
- Blood pressure that’s between normal and high (for example, 125/80) is called elevated blood pressure
A normal blood sugar level for most people is between 70 and 140 mg/dL. However, if you have diabetes, your target range may be different, and your doctor will work with you to set individualized goals.
If your blood sugar level is consistently high, you should talk to your doctor about adjusting your treatment plan. This may involve changes to your diet, medication, or lifestyle.
Yes, our blood sugar testing services are completely free. We understand that healthcare costs can be a barrier to accessing necessary care, so we’re committed to making these important tests accessible to everyone. There are no hidden fees or costs associated with our testing services, and you won’t be asked to provide any payment information. Our goal is to help you take control of your health without worrying about the cost. So if you’re in need of blood sugar testing, come see us – it’s completely free and our friendly staff will be happy to help.