The reported figures indicate a year-on-year increase in Alzheimer's disease mortality in the US from 2024 through 2028, rising from 44.9 to 49.1 deaths per hundred thousand persons. Notably, data from 2023 indicated this figure stood at 44 deaths per hundred thousand individuals, making the 2024 forecast a slight increase. The average annual growth rate over the five-year period suggests a CAGR of around 2.25%, reflecting a consistent upward trend in the mortality rate.
Future trends to watch for:
- The impact of emerging treatments and therapies aimed at slowing Alzheimer's progression.
- Changes in healthcare policies and funding for Alzheimer's research.
- Demographic shifts, including an aging population, which may influence mortality rates.
