In 2023, Finland's neonatal mortality rate stood at 1.2 deaths per thousand live births. The forecasted data for 2024 shows a rate of 1.1, representing an 8.3% decrease year-on-year. For 2025, the rate is projected to decrease further to 1.0, a 9.1% decrease from 2024. The rate remains stable at 1.0 in 2026, showing zero variation year-on-year. In 2027, another decrease is expected, with the rate dropping to 0.9, a 10% decrease from the previous year. The forecasted rate remains stable at 0.9 in 2028. Over the past five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) indicates an average annual decrease of approximately 5.8% in neonatal mortality.
Future trends to watch for:
• Continued advancements in neonatal care and technology.
• Potential impacts of healthcare policies and maternal health programs.
• Effects of socio-economic changes on maternal and neonatal health.
• Further reduction in neonatal mortality rates through targeted interventions.
