World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews
Social determinants of health and health inequalities in Alzheimer's Disease in the United Kingdom: A Systematic Review of the Evidence between 2018 and 2024
Background: Alzheimer's disease (AD) accounts for 60–70% of dementia cases worldwide and remains a leading cause of death in England and Wales (Leahy et al., 2023; WHO, 2021). Its prevalence, progression and management are shaped not only by biological ageing but also by health inequalities and the social determinants of health (SDoH), yet the mechanisms linking these factors to AD outcomes in the UK remain fragmented across the literature. Aim: This systematic review synthesises evidence on how health inequalities …