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  • Public Health
  • Environmental Health
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Worldwide asthma prevalence and incidence are increasing, influenced by genetics, environmental exposures, and lifestyle factors.
  • Asthma is often not prioritized as a healthcare concern in many nations, leading to management disparities.
  • Significant social and economic burdens are associated with asthma, yet precise estimation is challenging.

Approach:

  • This review analyzes and discusses disparities in asthma management across various countries and regions.
  • It examines access to healthcare resources and medications, influenced by financial capacities.
  • The study explores the social and economic impact of asthma, considering direct, indirect, and intangible costs.

Key Points:

  • Healthcare access and medication availability for asthma management vary significantly between countries.
  • Limited financial capacity hinders the development of effective asthma control and prevention strategies.
  • Estimating the total societal cost of asthma is complex due to differing methodologies and disease characterizations.

Conclusions:

  • The economic impact of asthma varies globally, with Europe's estimated annual cost per patient ($1,900) lower than the USA's ($3,100).
  • Addressing environmental and lifestyle risk factors is crucial for controlling the rising incidence of asthma.
  • Prioritizing asthma as a healthcare issue and standardizing assessment methodologies are essential for equitable management and cost evaluation.