Global status report on neurology

Overview

Neurological conditions are the leading cause of ill health and disability, affecting over 1 in 3 people worldwide. The Global status report on neurology presents the first comprehensive global assessment of the public health response to neurological disorders under the Intersectoral global action plan on epilepsy and other neurological disorders 2022–31 (IGAP).

Drawing on data from 102 WHO Member States representing 71% of the world population, the report sets 2022 baseline values for the 10 global targets of IGAP. It captures the global status across governance and advocacy, financing, service delivery and workforce, access to medicines and technologies, brain health promotion and disease prevention, and research and information systems. The analysis reveals critical gaps and implementation barriers, underscoring the urgent need for bold and coordinated action to achieve IGAP targets by 2031. To accelerate progress, the report offers inclusive, evidence-based and actionable recommendations for policymakers, IGAP partners and the global neurology community – ensuring that people with neurological conditions and their families are at the heart of the response.