Reducing your risk of having stroke
Use the heart age tool to calculate whether you are at risk of heart disease or a stroke.
High blood pressure is the biggest risk factor for a stroke. You can ask for a blood pressure test if you are worried about your blood pressure at any point.
Find more information about how to get checked on our Blood Pressure checks page.
There are a number of lifestyle changes you can make to reduce your risk of a stroke, for example healthy eating, stop smoking, cut down on alcohol intake and manage any other underlying conditions such as high cholesterol and diabetes. For more information visit nhs.uk.
If you have already had a stroke, making these changes can help reduce your risk of having another one in the future.