The Egyptian Society for Blood Transfusion Services
Measuring your blood pressure is an important procedure for maintaining your general health. How often you should take your blood pressure depends on your age and general health.
Ask your doctor to measure your blood pressure at least every two years, starting at age 18. If you're 40 or older, or between 18 and 39, and you're at risk of high blood pressure, ask your doctor to measure your blood pressure once a year.
Your doctor will likely recommend that you measure your blood pressure
More often if you have high blood pressure or other risk factors that increase your risk of heart disease.
As for children aged 3 years and over, their blood pressure can be measured as part of their annual check-up.
If you don't see a doctor regularly, you can have your blood pressure checked for free at any health fair or other location in your community. Free blood pressure monitors are also available in some stores and pharmacies. The accuracy of these devices depends on several factors, including the appropriate size of the blood pressure monitor bracelet, and the correct use of it. Seek your doctor's advice regarding the use of general blood pressure monitors.