The number of people with dementia is set to nearly triple by 2050.
Next week, WHO is bringing a high-level group from 70 countries to discuss solutions. Dementia is a significant global health challenge. It is estimated that over 47 million people are living with the condition today. Nearly 60% of people living with dementia today live in low- and middle-income countries. In 2010, the cost to society was estimated to be US$ 604 billion (or 1% of the world’s gross domestic product). What is it like to live with dementia? Watch the newest WHO video to learn more. https://m.youtube.com/channel/UC07-dOwgza1IguKA86jqxNA