You should ask your doctor for a blood pressure reading at least once every two years and more often if you have risk factors such as prehypertension, family history, obesity, or old age. Knowing your blood pressure is important, even when you are feeling fine. Your doctor can help determine if you need to make lifestyle changes to lower your blood pressure, or simply to reduce your risk of developing high blood pressure as you age.
Last modified January 7th, 2009
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