Target Audience

• Primarily elderly individuals at risk of stroke

• Family members or caregivers of older adults

• Community health workers and primary care providers looking for patient education material

Effectiveness

• Strengths:

  • Clear, large headings and simple bullet points make it easy to skim.

  • Visual aids (cartoon illustrations for FAST, lifestyle icons) quickly convey key ideas.

  • Balanced coverage of both prevention (lifestyle & medical) and early recognition of stroke.

• Impact:

  • The FAST acronym with illustrations strongly reinforces the need for urgent action.

  • Separate sections for lifestyle, age-related risks, and medical management provide a complete picture.

Recommendations for Improvement

1. Call-to-action: Add local emergency numbers or instructions (e.g., “Call emergency services (e.g., 911/ local number) immediately if FAST signs appear”).

2. Clarity in terminology:

   • Replace “AF” with “atrial fibrillation (AF)” for those unfamiliar with the abbreviation.

   • Consider explaining “antiplatelet therapy” and “oral anticoagulants” in simpler words or with examples.

3. Visual contrast: Increase contrast between text and background in some areas to improve readability for seniors with vision difficulties.

4. Contact / resource info: Provide a space for local health center, stroke helpline, or website for further guidance.

5. Font size consistency: Ensure all bullet points use a senior-friendly large font, especially in the second page’s lower sections.

Summary
The brochure is a clear and engaging educational tool for stroke prevention and recognition in the elderly. With small adjustments—especially adding emergency contact information and simplifying a few medical terms—it can be even more actionable and accessible.