Follow Al Rai
An international study led by researchers from the University of New South Wales, Australia, has warned of a significant rise in dementia cases worldwide by 2050, with projections indicating an increase in new annual cases from 11.4 million to 24.7 million.
The study was based on an analysis of data from more than 38,000 people across 18 countries, with 3,001 cases of dementia recorded during the follow-up period.
The results showed that women are more susceptible to the condition compared to men, as the rate of new cases reached 10.6 per 1,000 women annually, compared to 8.6 per 1,000 men, after accounting for age differences.
The data also revealed disparities between countries based on income levels, with the rate of new cases reaching 13.6 per 1,000 people annually in low- and middle-income countries, compared to 8.3 cases in high-income countries.
The number of people currently living with dementia is estimated at more than 57 million worldwide, with expectations that the total number will rise to about 150 million by 2050. The researchers clarified that these figures differ from the annual new case estimates, as they refer to the total number of people affected.
Scientists attribute the expected increase primarily to population aging, emphasizing the importance of early detection, reducing risk factors, and improving healthcare services to mitigate the future impact of the disease.
Know more about this story?Send us a tip
Ask about this report — answers stay grounded in its text.
