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Despite this alarming trend, research remains fragmented, and healthcare systems are ill-prepared to handle the escalating burden, according to a comprehensive review published in npj recently.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Key Findings<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Rising Prevalence: Dementia prevalence in MENA varies by age, affecting 1.1\u20132.3% of those aged 50+ and 13.5\u201318.5% of those over 80. Alzheimer\u2019s disease alone increased by 3% between 1990 and 2019.<\/li>\n<li>Economic Impact: Annual dementia-related costs average $12 billion across MENA, with Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE bearing the highest financial burdens. By 2050, costs could skyrocket to $557.9 billion.<\/li>\n<li>Risk Factors: Hypertension, diabetes, obesity, physical inactivity, and smoking are major contributors. For example, 49.2% of adults and 74.4% of youth in MENA are physically inactive, exacerbating dementia risk.<\/li>\n<li>Healthcare Challenges: The region lacks standardized diagnostic tools, specialized training for healthcare workers, and public awareness. Cultural stigma often delays diagnosis, with many viewing dementia as a normal part of aging.<\/li>\n<li>Unique Vulnerabilities: Conflict, political instability, and climate change further strain dementia care. Countries like Yemen, Syria, and Sudan face severe healthcare disruptions, leaving older adults disproportionately affected.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Call to Action:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The review underscores the urgent need for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Large-scale epidemiological studies.<\/li>\n<li>Culturally adapted interventions and policy reforms.<\/li>\n<li>Investment in healthcare infrastructure and caregiver support.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Without immediate action, the MENA region risks being overwhelmed by a crisis that could destabilize families, economies, and healthcare systems.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Reference Source: Mowafi, S., Moustafa, S. A., Wahdan, M., Heikai, S., Othman, M., &amp; Salama, M. (2025). 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