Neurological conditions in children represent a significant proportion of the global burden of
disease, since they contribute to premature mortality and years lived with disability. The …

Background: Childhood mortality from infectious diseases has declined steadily in many low
and middle-income (LAMIC) countries, with increased recognition of non-communicable …

Neurological disorders, including neurodevelopmental disorders, have been identified by
the World Health Organization (WHO) as one of the greatest threats to global public health. It …

There is ample evidence that pinpoints neurological disorders as one of the greatest threats
to public health. There are several gaps in understanding the many issues related to …

Because of the epidemiological transition, the global burden of illness has changed. Several
factors have contributed to this change, including improvements in maternal and child …

BACKGROUND: Estimates of children and adolescents with disabilities worldwide are
needed to inform global intervention under the disability-inclusive provisions of the …

Background: Neurological impairment (NI) and disability are associated with reduced life
expectancy, but the risk and magnitude of premature mortality in children vary considerably …

Abstract Sub-Saharan African (SSA) population consists of about 45% children, while in
Europe and North America children population is 10-15%. Lately, attention has been …

Neurological disorders are increasingly recognized as one of the most prevalent disorders
with high burden to the patients, their families, and society. However, until recently there …

Major new epidemiological analyses are focusing attention on disorders of the nervous
system as important causes of death and disability around the world. One in every 9 …