Neurodegenerative Diseases and Socioeconomic Disparities: Analyzing Healthcare Access, Disease Outcomes, and Regulatory Measures

This paper reviews the current research on neurodegenerative diseases and explores how socioeconomic disparities influence the recognition and management of these conditions. Using data on healthcare access, disease outcomes, environmental factors, and economic influences, the paper advocates for policy reforms to enhance healthcare access and equity for underserved populations in light of rising life expectancies. The paper emphasizes the challenges faced by individuals of lower socioeconomic status (SES) towards timely diagnoses and/or treatments for neurodegenerative diseases, highlighting the broader goal of addressing healthcare disparities.