The analysis of practising nurses and midwives across Europe shows substantial diversity. In 2024, Greece leads with the highest ratio of citizens per health professional, while Switzerland has the lowest. Year-on-year changes from 2023 highlight significant declines in Austria, Germany, and Romania, suggesting potential workforce pressures. Conversely, Latvia and the UK showed modest gains. Over the past five years, trends suggest a slight decrease in the availability of healthcare professionals relative to population in several countries.
Future trends to watch include:
- How economic factors and policy changes impact workforce supply and demand.
- Potential demographic shifts, such as aging populations, influencing healthcare needs.
- Adoption of technology and telehealth potentially altering the landscape of healthcare delivery.
Top countries in Practising Nurses and Midwives by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Persons) Per Health Professionnals | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Greece | 269.22 | 2023 | -0.49% | -0.46% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Latvia | 233.27 | 2023 | +0.8% | +1.24% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Bulgaria | 217.88 | 2023 | +0.6% | +0.91% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Cyprus | 166.85 | 2023 | -0.86% | -0.81% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Serbia | 154.07 | 2023 | -0.11% | -0.85% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Estonia | 146.67 | 2023 | -0.29% | -0.54% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 145.39 | 2023 | -1.8% | -2.54% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 140.08 | 2023 | -0.91% | -0.77% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 134.49 | 2023 | -0.39% | -1.04% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 123.84 | 2023 | +0.42% | +0.44% | View data |
