Category: heart health & prevention

Herbal Medicine in the UK: Why Millions Are…

Introduction: A Nation Rediscovering Its Roots Something remarkable is happening across the United Kingdom. In cities from London to Edinburgh, Manchester to…

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Blood Pressure Range NHS: Understanding the Numbers and…

Blood pressure readings are expressed as two numbers, systolic over diastolic, measured in millimetres of mercury (mmHg). Understanding what these numbers mean,…

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QRISK2 Score by Age: What to Expect at…

Age is the single most powerful predictor of cardiovascular risk in the QRISK2 and QRISK3 algorithms. Understanding how your score is likely…

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Cholesterol Machine Test at Home: How It Works…

Home cholesterol testing has become increasingly accessible in the UK, with a range of devices, from pharmacy finger-prick strips to more sophisticated…

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QRISK2 Cardiovascular: How the Score Relates to Heart…

QRISK2 is a clinical algorithm used across the UK to quantify an individual’s cardiovascular risk, specifically, the probability of experiencing a heart…

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Cardiovascular Disease 10-Year Risk Score: Understanding and Reducing…

A cardiovascular disease (CVD) 10-year risk score is one of the most important tools in preventive medicine. It estimates how likely you…

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QRISK Meaning: What the Score Tells You About Your Heart Health

QRISK Meaning: What Your Cardiovascular Risk Score Is…

If you have been told you have a QRISK score, or if you have come across the term during an NHS Health…

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March 29, 2026
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NHS Blood Pressure Chart: What Your Numbers Mean…

Blood pressure is one of the most important indicators of cardiovascular health, yet many people are unsure how to interpret their readings.…

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March 28, 2026
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What Is a QRISK2 Score? A Clear Guide…

If your GP has mentioned a QRISK2 score, or if you have recently had an NHS Health Check, you may be wondering…

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