The forecast for midwifery personnel in Italy shows a slight decline from 2024 to 2028, starting at 15.61k in 2024 and decreasing to 15.34k by 2028. This represents a negative trend in the availability of midwifery personnel, with a gradual year-on-year decrease of approximately 0.5% per annum. Compared to 2023, this suggests a cautious outlook for the midwifery workforce in Italy.

Future trends to watch for include:

The impact of healthcare policies on recruitment and retention of midwifery personnel.
Potential increased demand due to demographic changes, including birth rates and aging populations.
Technological advancements in healthcare that could affect midwifery practices and resource allocation.