Trends in incidence, prevalence, and mortality of non-communicable diseases in Iraq (2003–2021)
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 15355175 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Mohammed Merzah (0000-0003-4019-6290, Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University, corresponding author) |
| Year | 2025 |
| Volume | 25 |
| Issue | 1 |
| Pages | 374-374 |
| Publication date | 2025-01-29 |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | BMC Public Health (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 1471-2458 • E-ISSN: 1471-2458 |
| Publisher | BioMed Central (PUBLISHER • GB) |
| DOI | 10.1186/s12889-024-21080-w |
| PMID | 39881276 |
| OpenAlex | W4406955529 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 1 |
| References cited | 18 |
The GBD 2021 study highlights progress in reducing NCD mortality in Iraq, especially among younger people. However, older males still face high death rates from cardiovascular diseases. Rising cases of cancer, diabetes, and kidney diseases signal the need for targeted interventions. Continued focus on risk factors and healthcare access is essential
Biostatistics · Environmental health · Incidence (geometry · Non-communicable disease · Pathology · Public health · Climate Change and Health Impacts · Global Public Health Policies and Epidemiology · Health and Conflict Studies · Medicine · Epidemiology
| Citations per year | 1 |
|---|---|
| Citation span | 2025 - 2025 (1) |
| Highly cited | No |