What is the prevalence of Parkinson’s disease in Asia?

What is the prevalence of Parkinson’s disease in Asia?
The prevalence of Parkinson’s disease (PD) in Asia varies across countries and regions based on age structure, genetic predisposition, and healthcare access. In general, Parkinson’s disease is lower in frequency in Asia compared with Western countries, although this discrepancy is decreasing as the population becomes older and awareness of the disorder increases.

Following is a summary of the prevalence of Parkinson’s disease in several regions of Asia:

1. East Asia (China, Japan, Korea):
China: The prevalence of Parkinson’s disease in China is on the rise due to the accelerated growth of China’s aging population. In the Journal of Parkinson’s Disease, it was estimated that the age-standardized prevalence of PD in China is roughly 1.7 to 2.3 per 1,000 people, with an augmented prevalence in older age ranges. Prevalence is greater in urban areas compared to rural areas, likely due to increased access to healthcare and diagnosis.

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