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A recent WHO study discloses that nearly half of the world's population is dealing with some form of neurological disorder.
According to the study, around 3.4 billion people, or about 43% of the global population, are struggling with at least one neurological disorder. These disorders range from the risk of getting a stroke, neonatal encephalopathy, migraines, dementia, to diabetic neuropathy.
A recent study carried out by the World Health Organization (WHO) in partnership with the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) at the University of Washington provides insights into the widespread effects of neurological disorders across the globe.
The research, which was featured in The Lancet Neurology, reveals surprising data, suggesting that almost 50% of the world's population suffers from neurological disorders, including Alzheimer’s and epilepsy. These disorders are identified as the primary source of disability and sickness worldwide.
The research utilizes information from the Global Burden of Diseases (GBD) study, which is a thorough project designed to monitor the occurrence and effects of different health issues. This study provides a holistic evaluation of neurological disorders, covering 37 separate conditions.
Significantly, this study goes further than traditional evaluations, covering a wider range of diseases related to the brain and nervous system, such as neurodevelopmental disorders.
Research from 2021 shows that around 3.4 billion people, which makes up 43% of the global population, struggle with at least one brain-related disorder. Even though progress has been made to reduce some health risks, the impact of neurological diseases is still largely felt in countries with low to medium incomes. This highlights the worldwide inequalities in obtaining healthcare services and resources.
The research highlights various brain-related disorders that play a major role in decreasing the span of healthy living. These disorders include strokes, infant brain damage, migraines, memory loss diseases like dementia, and nerve damage due to diabetes.
Interestingly, although the occurrence of certain diseases has decreased in the past thirty years, others have seen a worrying increase, with instances of diabetic neuropathy tripling during this time.
Upon discovering these facts, the WHO's Director-General, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, stresses the immediate necessity for focused measures to tackle the escalating issues brought about by neurological disorders. Ghebreyesus highlights the crucial need to improve access to high-quality care, treatment, and rehabilitation for those impacted by these disorders and their communities.
Even though advancements have been made in reducing specific risk elements linked to neurological diseases, like better immunization rates, the research emphasizes the continuous necessity for collective efforts. Steps such as diminishing air pollution and preventing high blood pressure are suggested as possible methods to lessen the impact of neurological disorders. This underlines the complex aspect of tackling worldwide health issues.
As the global community struggles with the increasing effects of neurological conditions, the study acts as a strong appeal for amplified efforts to focus on neurological well-being and promote fair access to treatment worldwide.
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