May is Hypertension Awareness Month, dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of understanding and managing high blood pressure, or hypertension. Learn how a Centrum Pharmacist can help you manage your blood pressure!
Pharmacists Are Helping Lower Blood Pressure—Here’s How
A global meta-analysis of 95 clinical trials, published in Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine, has confirmed it: pharmacists play a vital role in improving blood pressure outcomes.
With over 31,000 patients studied, the findings are clear:
- Systolic blood pressure dropped by an average of 5.3 mmHg
- Diastolic blood pressure dropped by 2.3 mmHg
These reductions are significant, especially given that high blood pressure (hypertension) is the #1 risk factor for heart disease, stroke, and early death.
What Are the Symptoms of High Blood Pressure?
Often called a “silent killer,” high blood pressure may not show obvious symptoms. However, some signs can include:
- Headaches
- Blurred vision
- Chest pain
- Shortness of breath
- Fatigue
If you experience these symptoms or have a family history of hypertension, talk to your pharmacist.
What Can a Pharmacist Do?
Pharmacists are trained professionals who are now playing a bigger role in chronic disease management. In the study, pharmacist-led care included:
- Patient education
- Medication reminders
- Treatment monitoring
- Working closely with physicians
In Canada, this data supports expanding pharmacists’ roles—especially as family doctors become harder to access. Pharmacists are highly accessible and often don’t require appointments, making them an ideal point of care for chronic conditions like high blood pressure.
The Bottom Line
With about 50% of Canadians with hypertension not at target levels, it’s time to recognize pharmacists as essential members of cardiovascular care teams. If you’re managing high blood pressure—or want to check your risk—your Centrum Pharmacist can help.📍 Visit Centrum Pharmacy in Orleans today to speak to a healthcare professional about managing blood pressure.
Disclaimer: The medical information on this site is provided as an information resource only and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes. This information does not substitute for professional diagnosis and treatment. Please do not initiate, modify, or discontinue any treatment, medication, or supplement solely based on this information. Always seek the advice of your healthcare provider first. Full Disclaimer.
