When viewed from a societal perspective, musculoskeletal, mental-health, and neurological disorders combined drive the largest health burden. If the unmet needs of patients who suffer from these particular disorders are addressed, $13.4 trillion could be added to the global economy by 2040.
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To read the article, see “Building pharma pipelines using a socioeconomic lens,” April 8, 2022.