Respiratory diseases burden in the United Arab Emirates

ABSTRACT

Respiratory diseases affect individuals worldwide and United Arab Emirates [UAE] is no exception. The burden of respiratory diseases is varied, and over the past two decades several studies have been carried out across UAE to estimate the load of respiratory diseases in the area and compare this with the international respiratory disease burden. The purpose of the present study was to compile the results of studies conducted in UAE in order to obtain an overview of the situation in this area. Comparison of the respiratory toe status in UAE and internationally will improve our knowledge about the situation, which will help us to implement strategies for improved respiratory care and respiratory disease outcome at a reasonable cost