This course equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to recognise the early warning signs of stroke, understand the underlying risk factors, and implement effective prevention strategies.

From identifying common stroke types to learning about lifestyle modifications and medical interventions, this course will empower you to make informed decisions that could save lives.

• What a stroke is
• How to identify and respond to a stroke
• What a transient ischaemic attack is
• The risk factors for a stroke and how to prevent them
• The importance of specialist stroke care
• The common effects of a stroke — physical, mental, and emotional
• The ways that carers can minimise the potential dangers to a stroke survivor resulting from these effects
• The specific medical professionals who can help with these issues
• The resources available for stroke survivors and their carers

• Stroke Identification and Prevention
• Recovery and Care