Prevalence of dementia

CategoryHealth outcomes
DimensionMental and Wellbeing
DescriptionThe proportion of individuals diagnosed with dementia
Indicator/Index/Metrics Prevalence=(Number of individuals diagnosedTotal population)×100\text{Prevalence} = \left(\frac{\text{Number of individuals diagnosed}}{\text{Total population}}\right) \times 100
NoteDementia is a term for several diseases that affect memory, thinking, and the ability to perform daily activities. Dementia is one of the major causes of disability and dependency among older people globally.
DataHealth records
RefDementia (who.int)