Dementia in the Western Pacific region
Researchers of the Brain and Mind Centre, contributed to a series published in The Lancet Regional Health – Western Pacific, highlighting the challenges health systems in the Western Pacific region face in relation to dementia risk reduction, diagnosis, treatment and care.
"Dementia care in the Western Pacific faces notable obstacles, but there are clear opportunities for improvement. Greater intergovernmental collaboration is now essential to share knowledge and resources across the region, close gaps in care, and ensure people receive the support they need, no matter where they live within the region," says Dr Johannes Michaelian, Research Fellow for the Australia Dementia Network.
Dementia in the Western Pacific region: from risk reduction to care
Authors of the Lancet Regional Health Western Pacific Series on Dementia in the Western Pacific region, outline their findings on prevention, diagnosis, and care, and detail the complex challenges, healthcare priorities and research needs that often stand in the way of progress. Read the full Series here: https://www.thelancet.com/series/west... Visit The Lancet at https://www.thelancet.com/?dgcid=yout...
This initiative highlights the need for greater research, equity of access and culturally relevant strategies to mitigate the growing impact of dementia in the Western Pacific
Dementia in the Western Pacific region
The Western Pacific Region, which includes countries like Australia, China, Japan, and the Philippines is home to approximately 20% of the world's population. However, Dr Rachel Tan and others note that while around 152 million individuals will be affected by dementia by 2050, over half of these individuals will be in the Western Pacific with emphasis on low- and middle-income nations.
From risk reduction to care
This research series aims to address equitable access and research on dementia in this region, highlighting dementia as a Global health policy and priority.
Jashelle Caga from The LANCET Regional Health - Western Pacific said,
"In collaboration with researchers from across the region, including leading multidisciplinary dementia researchers from The University of Sydney, the Series spans the entire dementia continuum including neuropathology, risk factors, diagnostic and treatment services and post diagnosis support."
THE LANCET - Regional Health Series
The Lancet
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