The Economic Burden of Epilepsy in Bhutan

ConclusionsIn Bhutan, despite universal health care services, households of people with epilepsy face a significant economic burden. With many adults and children unable to attend school or work, epilepsy causes a major disruption to individuals’ livelihoods.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.

Source: Tropical Medicine and International Health - January 1, 2018 Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Leah Wibecan, G ünther Fink, Lhab Tshering, Verónica Bruno, Bryan Patenaude, Damber K. Nirola, Chencho Dorji, Ugyen Dema, Dillram Pokhrel, Farrah J. Mateen, Tags: Original Article Source Type: research