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Parkinson’s cases could double globally by 2050, study reveals

By 2050, there will be 25.2 million people living with Parkinson's disease worldwide, a 112% increase from 2021, largely due to population ageing.
The largest number of Parkinson's disease cases is predicted to be in East Asia , followed by South Asia , with the fewest cases in Oceania and Australasia.
Increasing physical activity could reduce the future number of Parkinson's disease cases, whereas stopping smoking may lead to a rise in prevalence, the researchers estimate.

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Parkinson’s cases could double globally by 2050, study reveals

The number of people with Parkinson’s disease could double by 2050, affecting 25 million people globally, according to a new study, with aging and population growth driving the surge.

12 days ago·New York, United States

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UGA researchers use bugs to battle Parkinson’s

From family members, to friends, to beloved members of society, Parkinson’s disease impacts more than 10 million people around the world, following just behind Alzheimer’s as the most common neurodegenerative disorder in the U.S.

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Parkinson's Cases Expected To Double In Coming Decades

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Parkinson’s disease cases forecast to top 25 million worldwide by 2050

Middle East and North Africa predicted to see the highest increase across all age groups

27 days ago·Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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Projections show Parkinson's disease cases will reach 25.2 million by 2050

By 2050, there will be 25.2 million people living with Parkinson's disease worldwide (a 112% increase from 2021), largely due to population ageing, suggests a modelling study published by The BMJ today.

27 days ago·United States

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The Fastest-Growing Brain Disease Is Set to Double – Are We Prepared?

Parkinson’s disease is set to rise dramatically, with cases expected to more than double by 2050, largely due to an aging population. Researchers predict 25.2 million people will be living with the disease, with the highest numbers in East Asia and South Asia. The surge is most prominent in regions with moderate development, and the [...]

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