5 Silent Signs of High Blood Pressure | Leeds News

Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 7, 2026 · 1m

High blood pressure, the silent killer affecting one in three UK adults, often shows no symptoms until it’s too late—leading to heart attacks and strokes. But don’t ignore these five subtle warning signs: waking headaches, blurred vision, breathlessness during light activity, frequent nosebleeds, or unexplained anxiety. These aren’t diagnoses, but red flags to discuss with your doctor. The only sure way to know your status? Get your blood pressure checked—many pharmacies offer free screenings for those over 40. If readings consistently exceed 120/80, treatment—medication and lifestyle changes…