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The Present and Future Global Burden of the Inherited Disorders of Hemoglobin
1Department of Zoology, University of Oxford, South Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3PS, UK.
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Inherited hemoglobin disorders are common monogenic diseases. Recent progress has increased global health awareness, highlighting demographic, genetic, and environmental factors impacting disease burden.
Area of Science:
- Hematology
- Genetics
- Public Health
Background:
- Inherited hemoglobin disorders are the most prevalent monogenic diseases globally.
- These conditions pose a significant and growing global health challenge.
- Understanding their complex etiology is crucial for effective management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To classify and describe major inherited hemoglobin disorders.
- To review advancements in global awareness and recognition over the past decade.
- To analyze factors influencing the current and future health burden.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and synthesis of existing data.
- Analysis of demographic, genetic, and environmental factors.
- Discussion of health policies and estimation methodologies.
Main Results:
- Hemoglobin disorders are a major global health issue.
- Demographic, genetic, and environmental factors significantly influence disease prevalence and impact.
- Existing health policies and data estimations have limitations.
Conclusions:
- Increased global awareness of hemoglobin disorders is evident.
- A comprehensive approach considering diverse factors is needed to address the health burden.
- Further refinement of data and policies is essential for equitable global health outcomes.
Abstract:
The inherited disorders of hemoglobin represent the most common monogenic diseases. This article provides a brief description of the main inherited disorders of hemoglobin and their classification, and summarizes progress made in the last decade toward a better awareness and recognition of these disorders as a global health problem. Also presented are the main demographic, genetic, and environmental factors that influence the present and future health burden of these disorders. The strengths and limitations of existing estimates and current health policies in high-, low-, and middle-income countries are discussed.
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