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  • Public Health
  • Global Health

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  • The social and economic impact of neurologic disorders is rising in developing countries.
  • Demographic shifts, particularly aging populations in Asia, increase the prevalence of conditions like stroke, Alzheimer's, and Parkinson's disease.
  • Central nervous system infections, traumatic brain injuries, and untreated epilepsy remain significant health concerns.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the challenges in delivering neurologic care in developing regions.
  • To identify factors contributing to the gap between neurologic service needs and provision.
  • To propose strategies for improving neurologic healthcare accessibility and quality.

Main Methods:

  • This study is a review of the current state of neurologic care in developing countries.
  • It analyzes demographic trends, disease prevalence, healthcare infrastructure, and socio-cultural factors.
  • It synthesizes information on existing challenges and potential solutions.

Main Results:

  • A significant disparity exists between the demand for specialized neurologic services and their availability, especially in rural areas.
  • Limited health insurance coverage forces patients to bear high out-of-pocket costs.
  • Scarcity of training centers and advanced laboratory facilities, concentrated in metropolitan areas, further restricts access.

Conclusions:

  • Improving neurologic care necessitates optimizing human resources and integrating healthcare levels (primary, secondary, tertiary).
  • Making medical treatments more affordable is crucial for enhancing patient access to necessary healthcare facilities.
  • Addressing cultural practices, stigma, and ignorance can facilitate better delivery of neurologic care.