Chiswick Hypertension Screening (Blood Pressure Check)
Free NHS service
High blood pressure often has no symptoms but raises the risk of heart attack and stroke. Alisha Pharmacy’s NHS-funded hypertension screening service detects high blood pressure early, allowing for timely intervention.
Based on Acton Lane, Chiswick W4 — GPhC-registered pharmacists.
Prefer to talk first? Call 020 8994 5177.
Why Get Your Blood Pressure Checked?
High blood pressure (hypertension) usually causes no noticeable symptoms, which is why it’s often called a "silent" risk factor — but over time it significantly raises your risk of heart attack, stroke and kidney disease. Regular checks are the only reliable way to catch it early.
Who Should Have This Check?
The NHS Community Pharmacy Blood Pressure Check service is aimed at adults aged 40 and over who haven’t had a blood pressure check in the last 12 months, as well as anyone referred in by their GP practice. It’s designed to detect previously undiagnosed high blood pressure, so it’s for patients who aren’t already being treated for hypertension — if you’re already on blood pressure medication, your GP practice manages your ongoing monitoring instead. If you’re unsure whether you’re eligible, just ask our team.
What Happens at My Check?
One of our trained team will take your blood pressure reading using a validated monitor, usually while you’re seated and rested. The whole check takes just a few minutes and is walk-in friendly.
What Do My Results Mean?
We’ll explain your reading clearly and what it means for you. If your reading is raised, we may ask you to have a repeat check, fit a home monitor for a short period, or refer you to your GP for further assessment.
What If I Need Follow-Up Care?
If your results suggest you may have hypertension, we’ll help arrange the right next step — whether that’s home monitoring, a GP referral, or lifestyle advice to help manage your blood pressure.
Hypertension Screening for Hammersmith, Ealing, Richmond & Brentford Patients
As well as patients from Chiswick itself, we regularly see patients from Hammersmith, Ealing, Richmond and Brentford for hypertension screening. We're based on Acton Lane, Chiswick W4, just off the A4/Chiswick High Road, making us an easy stop whichever of these areas you're visiting from.
Your pharmacist
Rajendra Patel, Superintendent Pharmacist
Your hypertension screening will be carried out by Rajendra Patel or another GPhC-registered pharmacist at Alisha Pharmacy. Alisha Pharmacy is registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council under premises number 1041405.
What our patients say
Trusted by the Chiswick community
“I’ve been using Alisha pharmacy for 20 years now. I have other pharmacies nearer to my home, but I always use Alisha because Raj and all the rest of the team there are so friendly, professional, knowledgeable, informative and helpful. They obviously really care about what they do. A local gem.”
— P Hall, Google Review
“Raj the pharmacist runs a service of excellence and care to his local community. He and his team go above and beyond and know their community. The standard has always been exemplary. Would be such a tragedy to lose all of this to something impersonal and generic.”
— Harika Basharan, Google Review
What Happens at Your Appointment?
- A short assessment of your symptoms, health history and what you need.
- Your hypertension screening carried out by a GPhC-registered pharmacist.
- Clear advice and any next steps you need to know.
- Aftercare advice and answers to any questions you have.
How to Prepare
- Let us know about any allergies, medicines or ongoing medical conditions.
- Bring any relevant paperwork or previous correspondence, if you have it.
- Ask us anything beforehand — our team is happy to talk it through confidentially.
Book Your Hypertension Screening in Chiswick
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for a free NHS blood pressure check?
Adults aged 40 and over who haven’t had a check in the last 12 months, and anyone referred by their GP practice, are eligible for this free service — as long as you’re not already being treated for high blood pressure.
Does the check hurt?
No — it’s quick and painless, using an inflatable cuff on your upper arm.
What happens if my blood pressure is high?
We’ll talk you through your options, which may include a repeat check, a period of home monitoring, or referral to your GP.
Do you offer hypertension screening near Hammersmith, Ealing, Richmond or Brentford?
Yes — we're easy to reach from Hammersmith, Ealing, Richmond and Brentford as well as Chiswick itself. We're based on Acton Lane, Chiswick W4, just off the A4/Chiswick High Road.
Disclaimer
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