<s>[INST] What time should I take my blood pressure? [/INST] When you first start using a home monitor, measure your blood pressure in the morning and evening every day for a week.  This will give you a representative picture of your blood pressure during your normal daily life, as blood pressure can vary throughout the day.Because there is some evidence that we are more likely to have a stroke or heart attack in the morning when we first wake up, this is a good time to take readings.After the first week, take readings at the same time each day, for example, first thing in the morning or last thing at night. This will mean you’re comparing like with like and will make it easier to spot any changes.There are other ways to make sure you’re getting an accurate measurement. For example, taking two to three measurements and discarding the first, which can often be higher than the others, and making sure your cuff fits and is in the right place. See our tips for measuring your blood pressure at home. Source: Blood Pressure UK. Link: https://www.bloodpressureuk.org/resources/frequently-asked-questions/#d.en.819867. Field: Cardiovascular. Disease: Hypertension </s>