LIFESENSE A1 BLOOD PRESSURE MONITOR

Our Medicare LifeSense A1 Blood Pressure Monitor is an easy to read, automatic upper arm blood pressure monitor designed with both comfort and accuracy in mind. The slim, portable design makes this a great product to bring with you when travelling or to discreetly store in the home. The high quality blood pressure cuff measures during inflation. making the measurement time shorter and a lot more comfortable. • Digital LCD display (60mm x 41mm) • Cuff circumference: 22cm-32cm • Large soft touch buttons • Large text for high visibility • Irregular heartbeat detection • 2 x 60 memory groups per user • Measure-during-inflation technology • WHO blood pressure level indicator Hypertension (High Blood Pressure) is known as the “silent” killer affecting over billions of people worldwide. It rarely has noticeable symptoms and if left untreated, it can cause stroke, heart disease and even kidney failure. Several factors combine to raise blood pressure and high blood pressure tends to run in families. Those who are at higher risk of hypertension are: • People with diabetes; type 1 or 2 • Over 65 years of age • People who consume large amounts of alcohol and tobacco • Individuals who are overweight • Individuals who have high cholesterol levels The issue with Hypertension is that many people do not know that they have it which makes monitoring and managing blood pressure so vitally important. Simple steps to follow when monitoring blood pressure at home: • Avoid smoking, exercising, drinking caffeinated beverages and alcohol within 30 minutes before measuring • Rest in a chair for 5 minutes before measuring with left arm resting comfortably • Ensure you are relaxed with back supported to the chair and feet are flat on the floor • Place the bottom of the cuff at the crook of your elbow • Take two readings a day: - One in the morning before taking any medication - One in the evening before dinner