articleAlzheimer s & DementiaJun 4, 2007Closed access

Forecasting the global burden of Alzheimer's disease

Johns Hopkins University · St. Olaf College · +1 more institution

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Abstract

Background

Our goal was to forecast the global burden of Alzheimer's disease and evaluate the potential impact of interventions that delay disease onset or progression.

Methods

A stochastic, multistate model was used in conjunction with United Nations worldwide population forecasts and data from epidemiological studies of the risks of Alzheimer's disease.

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Keywords
  • Disease
  • Medicine
  • Psychological intervention
  • Epidemiology
  • Disease burden
  • Burden of disease
  • Population ageing
  • Population
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Good health and well-being
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