Digital Health and AI for Chronic Disease Control and Management
A special issue of Healthcare (ISSN 2227-9032). This special issue belongs to the section "Chronic Care".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 June 2026 | Viewed by 19
Special Issue Editor
Interests: digital divide; digital technology; artificial intelligence; mathematics
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue aims to explore the transformative role of digital health technologies and artificial intelligence (AI) in the control and management of chronic diseases. With the rising prevalence of conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and respiratory disorders, innovative solutions are essential for enhancing patient outcomes and optimizing healthcare delivery. We invite contributions that examine the integration of digital health tools—including mobile health applications, wearable devices, telemedicine, and AI-driven analytics—into chronic disease management strategies.
The objectives of this Special Issue are to highlight cutting-edge research, case studies, and practical applications that demonstrate how digital health and AI can facilitate early detection, personalized treatment plans, and improved patient engagement. We also seek to address the challenges and ethical considerations associated with implementing these technologies in diverse healthcare settings. By bringing together a multidisciplinary perspective, this Special Issue aims to inform healthcare professionals, policymakers, and researchers about the potential of digital health and AI to revolutionize chronic disease management and ultimately improve population health outcomes.
Dr. Weike Zhang
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- digital health
- artificial intelligence (AI)
- chronic disease
- healthcare delivery
- health economics
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