Improving stroke awareness through a culturally adapted audiovisual intervention in the United Arab Emirates.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

This study evaluates the effectiveness of a brief, culturally tailored educational video in improving stroke-related knowledge among residents of the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Methods

A pre-post intervention study was conducted with 407 UAE residents aged 25 years and older. Participants viewed a 3-min educational video addressing stroke symptoms, risk factors, and preventive strategies. Stroke knowledge was measured using a structured questionnaire immediately before and after the video. Statistical analyses included paired t-tests, repeated measures ANOVA, and linear regression models.

Results

Stroke knowledge significantly increased following the intervention (mean score: 20.80 pre-test to 23.53 post-test; p < 0.001), with notable improvements i

SUBMITTER: Cherfane M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12325011 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature