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A new study by WHO indicates that almost half the world's population suffer from a neurological disorder
According to the study, around 3.4 billion people, which makes up about 43% of the global population, are struggling with at least one neurological disorder. These disorders range from the risk of stroke, newborn brain dysfunction, migraines, dementia, to diabetic nerve damage.
The latest studies carried out by the World Health Organization (WHO) in partnership with the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) at the University of Washington provide insight into the widespread effects of neurological disorders across the globe.
The research, featured in The Lancet Neurology, reveals shocking data showing approximately half of the world's population suffers from brain-related disorders. These range from Alzheimer's to epilepsy, highlighting them as the primary cause of global disability and sickness.
Utilizing information from the Global Burden of Diseases (GBD) research, which is an all-inclusive project designed to monitor the occurrence and effect of different health issues, the study offers a thorough evaluation of neurological disorders, covering 37 unique conditions.
This evaluation notably goes beyond traditional examinations, covering a wide range of diseases related to the brain and nervous system, including disorders associated with neurodevelopment.
The research from 2021 indicates that about 3.4 billion people, making up 43% of the global population, struggle with a minimum of one neurological disorder. Regardless of the progress made in reducing some health threats, the impact of neurological diseases is still heavily felt in lower to middle-income nations, emphasizing the worldwide inequality in healthcare availability and resources.
The research points out a variety of brain disorders as major factors leading to the decrease in healthy living years. These include conditions like stroke, brain damage in newborns, severe headaches, memory loss conditions, and nerve damage due to diabetes.
Interestingly, even though the occurrence of certain diseases has decreased in the last thirty years, others have seen a worrisome increase, particularly diabetic neuropathy, whose cases have tripled in this timeframe.
Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, the head of the WHO, responded to these results by highlighting an immediate need for specific actions to tackle the increasing problems caused by neurological disorders. He stressed the importance of improving the availability of high-quality care, treatment, and rehabilitation for those impacted and their communities.
While strides have been made in reducing some of the dangers linked to neurological diseases, such as enhanced immunization procedures, the study emphasizes the continuous necessity for collective efforts. Actions such as minimizing air pollution and preventing high blood pressure are suggested as possible approaches to lessen the impact of neurological disorders, emphasizing the complex nature of tackling worldwide health issues.
With the increasing effects of neurological conditions worldwide, this research serves as a strong appeal for increased initiatives to prioritize neurological health and promote equal access to healthcare globally.
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