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Sweden

Parkinson disease · Neurologic

Primary-care centered; strong public health infrastructure. Neurologic pathway via Decentralized tax-funded.

Rank in this country#20
Share of deaths1.5%
Master rank#21
System quality rank#7

Access & coverage

Decentralized tax-funded

Regional tax-funded system; low user fees

Treatment

  • Symptomatic drugs (cholinesterase inhibitors, levodopa, etc.)
  • Memory clinics / neurology pathways
  • Long-term care + home supports more than cure

Prevention

  • Vascular risk-factor control (for vascular dementia / stroke sequelae)
  • Hearing care, social engagement, midlife BP control (dementia risk)
  • Fall prevention in older adults

Lifestyle

  • Cognitive / social activity; Mediterranean-style diet patterns
  • Exercise; treat sleep apnea and hearing loss
  • Caregiver support to delay institutionalization

What stands out here

Same broad neurologic toolkit as peers — differences are coverage rules, wait times, prices, and follow-through.

vs master: +0.0 percentage points vs Top 20 average share.