"Heroes Don't Just Wear Capes, They Carry Backpacks."
BeASuperhero equips children with life-saving stroke awareness education using the BEFAST method, turning every child into a hero who can recognize a stroke and call for help.
BeASuperhero began with a children's book Dr. Rajiv Narula, Founder & CEO of Sevaro Health, wrote with his 5-year-old son Ayan. Together with co-founder Daksh Sardana, editor and co-author of the BEFAST series, they set out to make stroke education accessible to every child.
What started as sharing printed copies in local schools has grown into a nationwide initiative with workshops, a Youth Ambassador Program, and a scholarship for future healthcare heroes.
Distributed to students in 40+ states across the country
30 Youth Ambassadors in our 2026–2027 cohort, in collaboration with Sevaro's CHLD
Partnered with Yale School of Medicine, Sevaro Health, and Toys for Tots
Two $25,000 educational scholarships announced
Every book purchased results in one book donated to a child or school in need. Your purchase directly puts life-saving stroke education into a child's hands.
Every purchase supports stroke education for children, 100% of proceeds go directly to our Stroke Education Fund.
The original children's book teaching kids the life-saving BEFAST stroke awareness method, available now on Amazon.
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The sequel is here. A new BEFAST adventure plus simple healthy habits that help prevent stroke. Read the announcement.
Order Book 2From two authors with a big idea to a nationwide movement in stroke education.
Stroke is one of the most time-sensitive medical emergencies. Teaching children to recognize the signs saves lives.
Someone in the US has a stroke
CDCAmericans experience a stroke each year
CDCOf strokes are preventable with early action
AHAOf adults can identify all major stroke symptoms
CDC"BeASuperhero is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing children with life-saving stroke education so they can become superheroes."
Every second matters during a stroke. By teaching the BEFAST method early, we create a generation of young first responders ready to save lives.
From classrooms to communities, we reach children and families with the tools to recognize and respond to stroke.
Co-authored by Dr. Rajiv Narula and his 5-year-old son Ayan. Stroke education made engaging and age-appropriate for every child.
Interactive in-person and virtual presentations bringing stroke awareness directly to schools nationwide.
Now in its second year with 30 student leaders, run in collaboration with Sevaro Health's Children's Health Literacy Department (CHLD).
Two $25,000 stipends each year. Our 2026 winners, Ethan Sullivan and Nandita Srikumar, were honored in July.
BeASuperhero's mission is making waves nationally. Here's what people are saying.
The sequel that teaches every child how to spot a stroke, call for help, and take care of their own health. Now available to order.
Read the Announcement →How a 5-Year-Old is Helping Save Lives: New Book by Telestroke CEO & Son Teaches Kids to Spot Stroke Signs
Read Article →BE FAST, Be A Superhero: A 6-Year-Old's Mission to Save Lives with Dr. Rajiv Narula & Ayan Narula
Listen Now →One Million Kids, One Mission: Sevaro & Yale School of Medicine Unite to Teach Children Stroke Awareness
Read Article →Sevaro Launches Nationwide Stroke Awareness Campaign With Racecars, Storybooks & Student Heroes
Read Article →How a Children's Book Is Changing Stroke Awareness: The Story Behind B.E.F.A.S.T. Be a Superhero
Read Article →The Power of Young Bright Minds Knowing Stroke: Why Teaching Kids the BEFAST Method Saves Lives
Read Article →We are actively seeking partnerships with organizations who share our commitment to stroke education and youth empowerment. Together, we can reach every child in America with the knowledge that saves lives.