Integrating Digital Health Into Stroke Policies

Stroke 2026

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Authors: Sheila Ouriques Martins, Valery Feigin, Leonardo Augusto Carbonera, Ana Claudia de Souza, Thaís Leite Secchi, Balakrishnan Nair, Luciano Alberto Sposato, Liping Liu, C Molina, Raul G. Nogueira
DOI: 10.1161/strokeaha.125.050451
Cited by: 1
References: 85

Abstract

Stroke remains a leading cause of death and disability worldwide. In response, many governments have developed stroke policies emphasizing prevention, early detection, timely treatment, and rehabilitation. However, the implementation of those strategies remains uneven, challenged by fragmented health systems, unequal access to care, and resource constraints. Digital health tools provide robust solutions to enhance national and regional stroke policies by improving data collection, care access and coordination, monitoring, education, and public engagement. This review explores how digital health can strengthen stroke care systems across different contexts, highlighting real-world applications, policy integration, and strategic enablers for equitable implementation.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Acute Ischemic Stroke Management Stroke Rehabilitation and Recovery Mobile Health and mHealth Applications

Publication details

Journal / source
Stroke
Publisher
Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health)
Volume
57
Issue
6
Pages
1796–1809
Publication date
30 March 2026
Language
EN