Socioeconomic burden of multiple sclerosis: Insights from a cohort in Coimbra, Portugal

Key Points

• Multiple sclerosis significantly increases the socioeconomic burden, impacting healthcare resources and quality of life.
• The study found that individuals with multiple sclerosis face high healthcare costs, which affects their overall socioeconomic status.
• Cohort analysis assessed the impact of multiple sclerosis on disability and workforce participation in Coimbra, Portugal.
• The findings may support the need for better policies to address the economic challenges faced by individuals living with multiple sclerosis.