Introduction video to this course:

Hey there, it's Noah and Flynn! Today we will walk you through exactly how to set medication reminders on your phone, helping you manage your health easily and worry free. Let’s make remembering your meds effortless!
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Why this is important?

Medication reminders are essential for managing your health safely and consistently. They reduce stress, ensure you stick to your schedule, prevent missed or doubled doses, and help maintain your overall well-being - especially if you're taking multiple medications daily.
Don’t worry if you've never done this before - we make sure to guide you through every step slowly and clearly until you’re fully confident!
Setting Medication Reminders - Video
Watch along as we demonstrate exactly how to set and manage medication reminders in this video. You'll learn to set multiple daily reminders, customize alerts, add dosage notes, and easily manage your medication schedule.
You can pause at any step and follow along on your own device as you go!

Step-by-step:

1. Open your reminders or alarms app on your smartphone/tablet. - If you don't know where it is then you can use the search feature to search for "Reminders". 2. Tap "Add" or "Create Reminder." 3. Clearly enter your medication’s name (e.g., "Heart Medicine"). 4. Set the exact time or times you need the reminder to be. 5. Choose the repeat option (daily, weekly, or custom). 6. You can also include detailed notes (e.g., "take with food" or dosage amounts). 7. Select an alert sound you'll easily notice. - even if it's annoying! 8. Save your reminder. 9. Verify it appears correctly in your list. 10. Done - your phone will now remind you!

Just to recap...

Fantastic! You've now learned how to set detailed medication reminders. Your device will reliably alert you, keeping your medication routine organized and your health on track.
Question 1:
True or False: You can set multiple medication reminders on your phone.
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True.
Question 2:
What can you include when creating a medication reminder? (Choose one) A) Medication name and dosage notes B) Your birthday C) Favourite song D) Weather forecast
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A) Medication name and dosage notes
Question 3:
How can you make your medication reminder repeat every day?
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Select the "daily" repeat option.
Question 4:
What should you always double-check after saving your reminder?
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That the reminder appears correctly in your reminders list.
Question 5:
How will your phone remind you when it’s time to take your medication?
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Your phone will notify you with an alarm or a notification sound.

Summary checklist

- I know how to open the reminders app and create a new reminder - I can accurately set times for my medications - I understand how to make reminders repeat daily or weekly - I can add dosage instructions and notes - I have checked that my reminders are saved correctly

Stuck?

If you’re stuck, rewatch the video or ask someone nearby for assistance. You've almost mastered it!
Brilliant job! You're now fully prepared to manage your medications confidently. Say goodbye to missed doses - your health reminders have you covered!
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Set Medication Reminders on Your Phone

Set Medication Reminders on Your Phone

This course guides you step-by-step to make sure that you can easily set accurate medication reminders on your phone, tablet or other device with a reminder feature. Perfect for keeping your health in check without relying completely on just memory or a bit of paper which could get lost!
15 minutes
Beginner
Health and Wellbeing

What you'll need:

- Desktop computer or tablet
- Internet access

What you'll learn:

- Open your phone’s reminders or alarms app - Create a new medication reminder - Name the reminder clearly - Select accurate times for each medication - Choose daily or custom repeat options - Add any details for dosage notes or special instructions - Pick an alert tone that is able to grab your attention - Save your reminders and confirm they’re active