Blood Pressure Clinics

The Health Department offers Blood Pressure Screenings for residents. No registration required. Services include:

Come by for a friendly blood pressure screening where you can get your blood pressure checked and monitored, chat with a nurse about your medications, and ask any questions you may have. You’ll also pick up helpful tips on managing high blood pressure at home and learn about heart-healthy lifestyle practices to keep you feeling your best!

The town Nurse hosts 3 blood pressure screenings across Reading each month.

1st Thursday of the month at the Pleasant Street Senior Center at 11AM

3rd Monday of the month at the Reading Public Library at 2:30PM

3rd Thursday of the month at Frank Tanner Dr. at 10 AM

For screenings requests outside of these dates and times, please call Liv Bartolomei RN, BSN at 781-942-6656.

September Blood Pressure Screening

October BP Screenings

Prepare for your blood pressure check by following a few simple steps.
  • Do not exercise, drink coffee, or smoke cigarettes for 30 minutes before the test.
  • Go to the bathroom before the test.
  • For at least 5 minutes before the test, sit in a chair and relax.
  • Make sure your feet are flat on the floor.
  • Do not talk while you are relaxing or during the test.
  • Uncover your arm for the cuff.
  • Rest your arm on a table so it is supported, and at the level of your heart.

Measure your blood pressure regularly to help your health care team diagnose any health problems early. You and your health care team can take steps to control your blood pressure if it is too high.