BMJ May 2025 PMID 40393738

Incidence and prevalence of dementia among US Medicare beneficiaries, 2015-21: population based study.

Beau Blass, Cassie B Ford, Samir Soneji, Lindsay Zepel, Talita D'Aguiar Rosa, Brystana G Kaufman, Sneha Mantri, Fan Li, Brian Mac Grory, Ying Xian, Kim G Johnson, Richard O'Brien, Bradley G Hammill, Emily C O'Brien, Jay B Lusk

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The discussions reflect a strong recognition of the study’s importance, with statements such as 'disparities affected by race/ethnicity and socioeconomic status' and appreciation for the observed decrease in dementia incidence. The tone combines analytical observations with concern for social determinants, highlighting both interest and perceived societal impact.

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Most posts acknowledge the findings, especially the decrease in dementia incidence and disparities highlighted, showing general support for the study’s conclusions.

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Posts demonstrate high interest, with references to specific statistics like the reduction in incidence and disparities based on race, sex, and socioeconomic factors.

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Discussions suggest the study’s findings are seen as impactful for public health and policy, emphasizing disparities as a significant concern.

Abstract in brief

The study analyzed dementia rates among US Medicare beneficiaries aged 66 and older from 2015 to 2021, looking at both incidence (new cases) and prevalence (existing cases).
The overall incidence of dementia decreased from 3.5% to 2.8%, while prevalence rose from 10.5% to 11.8%, highlighting a growing number of individuals living with the condition.
Results showed disparities based on race, sex, and socioeconomic status, suggesting a need for targeted interventions in these areas to address the discrepancies in dementia rates.

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