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Understanding the economic burden of epilepsy in India to develop financial and social protection mechanisms for people with epilepsy and their families

Project Description

This multicentric cohort study in India, aims to assess the comprehensive economic burden of Epilepsy and its drivers. The study also involves stakeholder engagement and co-creation of interventional packages to ensure social and financial protection for the ptients with Epilepsy

Project Duration

2026 - Ongoing

Project Lead

Dr. Susmita Chatterjee, Adjunct Faculty, SJRI, Professor and lead, George Institute of Global Health, New Delhi- Study PI, Dr. GRK Sarma, Professor, Neurology, SJMCH-Study site PI

Authors

Dr. GRK Sarma, Dr. Sonia Shivde, Dr. Madonne Rufina Dishani

Project Status

ongoing

Project Type

ICMR funded