25/05/2026
Neurological diseases are a growing health challenge in China.
Stroke (including intracerebral hemorrhage and ischemic stroke) and dementia lead the burden, with dementia and Parkinson’s increasing the fastest. The impact varies by age, gender, and region.
High blood pressure and lifestyle risks like smoking, alcohol use, and low physical activity are key drivers.
Prevention and early intervention are more important than ever.
Read more: https://journals.lww.com/cmj/fulltext/9900/prevalence_and_burden_of_neurological_diseases_in.2001.aspx