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Stroke could cause nearly 10 million deaths annually by 2050: Lancet study
Tuesday, 10 October 2023
A new study published in Lancet Neurology journal warns that the number of stroke-related deaths globally could increase by 50% by 2050, reaching 9.7 million per year. The study emphasizes the urgent need for action to address this growing health and economic burden, particularly in lower and middle-income countries. The authors recommend improving stroke surveillance, prevention and acute care. It highlights the importance of meeting the World Health Organization's Sustainable Development Goal.
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