Secondary Prevention
Evidence-based education on reducing the risk of another stroke and preparing for follow-up care.
22 modules · 1 tools · 26 courses
Courses
AFib and stroke — detection + anticoagulant safety basics
A prevention course on AFib as a stroke cause: how it’s detected, questions to ask about anticoagulants, and a bleeding safety plan
Alcohol after stroke — risk, interactions, and a safer plan (Advanced)
Advanced course on alcohol and stroke prevention: BP effects, medication interactions (esp. blood thinners), binge-risk, and a practical reduction plan
Antiplatelet vs anticoagulant after stroke — safe use, procedures, and bleed plan (Advanced)
Advanced course clarifying antiplatelet vs anticoagulant therapy: why you take it, procedure planning questions, interaction traps, and a bleeding safety plan (dose-free)
Atrial fibrillation (AFib) after stroke — monitoring, anticoagulation, and red flags (Advanced)
Advanced course for common elderly comorbidity AFib: symptom monitoring, anticoagulation safety, tracking episodes, and when to seek emergency care
Bleeding while on blood thinners — what’s urgent, what to track, and scripts (Advanced)
Advanced course on bleeding risk for anticoagulants/antiplatelets: urgent vs non-urgent bleeding, what to record, and scripts for contacting clinicians without stopping meds abruptly
Blood pressure management after stroke — targets, home monitoring, and med safety (Advanced)
Advanced course on post-stroke BP: target-setting with clinicians, accurate home monitoring, escalation thresholds, and medication safety (plain-language + clinician notes)
Cervical artery dissection — symptoms, activity guidance, and follow-up (Advanced)
Advanced course on artery dissection (common in young stroke): symptom patterns, safe activity questions, medication adherence, and urgent red flags
Cholesterol after stroke — statins, side effects, and adherence plan (Advanced)
Advanced course on cholesterol and stroke: how statins fit into prevention, side effect troubleshooting, lab follow-up, and an adherence plan you can review with your clinician
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) + stroke — medication safety and lab tracking (Advanced)
Advanced course on CKD comorbidity: why labs matter, medication dose safety, dehydration avoidance, and questions for clinicians/pharmacists
Clotting disorders and young stroke — testing, family history, and prevention (Advanced)
Advanced course on hypercoagulable states in young stroke: what testing can look like, family history clues, and how results may change prevention
Dental procedures + blood thinners — what to tell the dentist and safety scripts (Advanced)
Advanced course for dental visits on antiplatelets/anticoagulants: what to disclose, coordination scripts, and bleeding red flags
Diabetes + stroke — hypoglycemia safety, sick days, and prevention targets (Advanced)
Advanced course on diabetes comorbidity: hypoglycemia recognition, medication timing, sick-day rules, and questions to align glucose goals with stroke prevention
Diabetes and stroke — glucose patterns, medication safety, and prevention checklist (Advanced)
Advanced course connecting diabetes and recurrent stroke risk: home glucose patterns, hypoglycemia safety, med safety, and a prevention checklist to review with clinicians
Estrogen-containing contraception + stroke risk — questions, migraine, and alternatives (Advanced)
Advanced course for young stroke survivors: discussing estrogen contraception and stroke risk factors (migraine with aura, smoking, clot risk) and alternatives with clinicians
Heart failure + stroke — fluid balance, daily weights, and when to call (Advanced)
Advanced course for heart failure comorbidity: daily weight tracking, swelling/breathing red flags, medication adherence, and communication scripts
Home blood pressure protocol — measurement accuracy, logs, and when to call (Advanced)
Advanced course building a home BP protocol: correct measurement, logging, interpreting patterns, and urgent symptoms that require immediate care
Medication adherence after stroke — systems that prevent missed doses (Advanced)
Advanced course on adherence: build a frictionless system (pill boxes, alarms, refills), missed-dose rules questions, and a caregiver handoff plan
Nutrition after stroke — practical DASH/Mediterranean plan + salt/sugar traps (Advanced)
Advanced, practical nutrition course: a realistic weekly plan, salt/sugar traps, label-reading shortcuts, and a clinician-friendly question list (no diet fads)
PFO and young stroke — closure vs meds, decision factors, and follow-up (Advanced)
Advanced course on PFO in young stroke: what it is, how decisions are made (closure vs medical therapy), questions for cardiology, and red flags
Preventing another stroke — a realistic plan you can track
A prevention course covering blood pressure, medications, lifestyle, and a visit checklist—designed to be reviewed with a clinician
Secondary prevention essentials (Intro)
A beginner-friendly, action-focused course on reducing future stroke risk: blood pressure, diabetes, smoking, AFib awareness, medications, and sustainable habits (no dosing/targets; follow your care plan)
Sleep apnea after stroke — screening, referral workflow, and adherence coaching (Advanced)
Advanced course on OSA after stroke: symptom screening, referral workflow, how results change prevention, and practical adherence coaching for CPAP (no product claims)
Smoking/vaping after stroke — quit plan, relapse prevention, and med safety (Advanced)
Advanced quit course for stroke prevention: triggers map, quit supports, relapse prevention, and medication safety considerations (plain language)
Substance-related stroke risk — stimulants, alcohol, and harm-reduction conversations (Advanced)
Advanced course on modifiable risks in young stroke: stimulant/cocaine/meth risks, heavy alcohol, and how to discuss honestly with clinicians to reduce recurrence risk
Supplements after stroke — interaction traps, bleeding risk, and a safe review plan (Advanced)
Advanced course on supplements after stroke: interaction traps (blood thinners, BP meds), bleeding risk, and a safe ‘bring-to-visit’ review plan
Vaccines after stroke — flu/COVID/pneumonia and why they matter (Advanced)
Advanced course on vaccinations and stroke recovery: why preventing infections matters, which vaccines to ask about, and a clinic visit checklist
Modules and tools
Preventing another stroke: the basics (secondary prevention)
Secondary prevention basics for survivors/caregivers: major risk-factor buckets, question scripts, mini-quiz, and bucket-matching game
Home blood pressure tracking after stroke (patient-friendly)
A simple, safe guide to tracking blood pressure at home and bringing useful information to clinicians (no target numbers; follow your plan)
Physical activity after stroke (safe ramp-up + questions for clinicians)
Safe activity ramp-up module after stroke: minimum-dose plan, stop/seek-help red flags, clinician/PT questions, mini-quiz, and streak-builder game
Medications overview: antiplatelets, anticoagulants, statins (high-level)
Safety-first overview of stroke-prevention medication categories (antiplatelets, anticoagulants, statins), adherence basics, red flags, and questions to ask clinicians
Smoking/vaping and stroke risk (quitting supports)
Non-judgmental nicotine quitting module: stroke risk basics, 2-week quit/cut-down plan, trigger replacement practice, and resource links
Diabetes and stroke: risk, recovery considerations, and caregiver checklist
High-level explanation of how diabetes affects blood vessels and recovery, plus a caregiver-friendly checklist of what to track and what questions to ask clinicians (no medical targets)
AFib and stroke: the heart rhythm story (plain-language explainer)
Explains atrial fibrillation (AFib) at a high level, how it can lead to clots and stroke, what monitoring may look like, and why blood thinners may be used (no individual recommendations)
Sleep and stroke risk (screening + habits)
Sleep and stroke risk module covering sleep apnea red flags, a simple 3-habit routine, clinician question scripts, mini-quiz, and routine-builder game
Nutrition patterns for stroke prevention (Mediterranean-style overview)
Mediterranean-style nutrition overview for stroke prevention with simple swaps, swallowing-safe notes, mini-quiz, and grocery-cart game
Alcohol, cannabis, and stroke recovery — how to have a safe conversation
A harm-reduction, patient-friendly module to discuss alcohol/cannabis after stroke: safety, interactions (concept), falls risk, mood/sleep effects, and exact-copy questions for clinicians (no specific limits)
Blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, and lifestyle (habit plan)
Plain-language risk factor module with a weekly habit plan for BP/cholesterol/diabetes/lifestyle, question scripts for targets, and a habit-ladder game
Blood thinners (anticoagulants) safety basics — falls, bleeding, procedures
A patient-friendly safety module for people on anticoagulants: bleeding risk basics, fall/head-injury planning, medication list discipline, and what to ask before procedures (no dosing)
Finding the cause: stroke workup basics (AFib, carotids, etc.)
High-level guide to common stroke workup tests (heart rhythm monitoring, echo, vascular imaging), why mechanism matters, and question scripts for follow-ups
Heart-healthy eating after stroke — 10 simple swaps (no diet perfection)
A practical ‘10 simple swaps’ nutrition module aligned with heart-healthy patterns: add fiber, reduce excess salt, choose healthier fats, and make it doable with fatigue (no medical nutrition therapy)
High blood pressure (hypertension): the biggest stroke risk (home checks + questions)
Hypertension explainer for stroke prevention: why BP matters, how to do home BP checks correctly (concept), and questions to ask clinicians about goals/monitoring
Medication interactions after stroke (OTC + supplements) — what to ask
Plain-language guide to common interaction traps (NSAIDs, supplements, alcohol, antibiotics) and a script to ask clinicians/pharmacists—especially when on blood thinners
Medication routine + adherence system (after stroke)
A practical, non-judgmental system for taking medications reliably: routine design, reminders, refills, and what to do if a dose is missed (ask your clinician; no dosing advice)
Medication side effects + red flags (when to call vs emergency)
A safety guide for common stroke-prevention medication side effects and what to do next: when to call the clinic/pharmacy vs when to seek emergency help (no dosing advice)
Multiple strokes — medication safety (complex lists, fewer errors)
Medication safety module for recurrent stroke: med list reconciliation, refill synchronization, missed-dose scripts, urgent red flags, and a med-list cleanup game
Multiple strokes (recurrent stroke) — what changes + how to stay safer
Module for people who’ve had multiple strokes/TIAs: what can change, why loop closure matters (cause/meds/follow-up), emergency planning, and practice activities
Pharmacy check: medication reconciliation after stroke (prevent duplicates + interactions)
A step-by-step checklist to reconcile hospital discharge meds with home meds, avoid duplicates, and catch interaction risks—plus a short script for the pharmacist
Sleep apnea after stroke (why it matters + how to talk to your clinician)
A patient-friendly overview of sleep apnea, common signs, and how to bring it up in follow-ups—focused on stroke risk and recovery (no diagnosis)
Smoking/vaping/nicotine after stroke — quit plan + supports
A practical quit-plan module focused on nicotine as a stroke risk factor: triggers, replacement strategies, evidence-based supports, and exact-copy scripts to request meds/coaching (no dosing)