Manila, Philippines—Thyroid disease is emerging as a significant public health challenge in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, with a recent Economist Impact
Manila, Philippines—Thyroid disease is emerging as a significant public health challenge in the Asia-Pacific region, with a recent Economist Impact report highlighting that an estimated 11% of adults are affected by hypothyroidism compared to 2-4% in other parts of the world.
Philippine Thyroid Association. “Among older adults, symptoms like confusion, depression, falls, heart issues, and even changes in bowel habits are often mistaken for normal aging. Waiting too long to seek help can lead to worse health problems and higher healthcare costs,” Mendoza said. The economic burden of thyroid diseases on national health systems is on the rise, showing the need for urgent attention.
“Patients don’t always get the treatment they need because there’s not always access to diagnostic tests or even doctors, especially if you live in far-flung provinces, islands, or rural areas,” says Dr. Cecilia Jimeno, a professor of endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism at the University of Philippines College of Medicine and one of the experts who contributed to the research.
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