MLTC (Multimorbidity)
Advances in medicine and health policy have extended life expectancy worldwide.
However, this progress has led to a growing challenge: an increasing number of people—especially older adults—are living with two or more chronic diseases, a condition known as multimorbidity. Despite its widespread impact, many aspects of multimorbidity remain poorly understood.
Most research continues to focus on individual diseases in isolation, making it difficult to develop strategies that effectively address the complexities of disease clusters and interactions. The George Institute recognises the urgent need for targeted research to better understand, prevent, and manage multimorbidity globally.
However, this progress has led to a growing challenge: an increasing number of people—especially older adults—are living with two or more chronic diseases, a condition known as multimorbidity. Despite its widespread impact, many aspects of multimorbidity remain poorly understood.
Most research continues to focus on individual diseases in isolation, making it difficult to develop strategies that effectively address the complexities of disease clusters and interactions. The George Institute recognises the urgent need for targeted research to better understand, prevent, and manage multimorbidity globally.
statistics on MLTC (Multimorbidity
- 37.2%
of adults worldwide are living with multiple chronic conditions
- 3/4deaths
GLOBALLY DUe to chronic conditions in 2019
Reducing the impact of multimorbidity
Our research aims to generate strong evidence for policymakers, healthcare providers, and communities to better understand and respond to the burden of multimorbidity.
We are collaborating with global partners, including Imperial College London, to drive innovative solutions that reduce the impact of multiple chronic conditions on both individuals and healthcare systems.
Specifically, the research focuses on:
- Identifying common disease clusters and the main risk factors causing them.
- Exploring effective ways to prevent multimorbidity.
- Developing new, patient-focused methods for better diagnosis, treatment, and management of multiple chronic conditions.
- Reducing the overall burden of multimorbidity on individuals, healthcare systems, and society.
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