Health literacy support to help you follow medical advice
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests whether a communication tool matched to your health literacy level can improve how well people follow medical recommendations after an acute episode. It may help you understand your care plan and take the right next steps at home.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You were hospitalized for at least a second recent acute episode (high or low blood pressure concerns)
- Before this hospital stay, you were living at home
- You have health insurance
- You are not in poor overall condition with a very short expected survival
- You are able and willing to give consent and not withdrawn consent
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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