The forecasted number of practising midwives in Italy from 2024 to 2028 shows a gradual decline from 3.29 to 3.20 thousands per health professionals. This denotes a slight downward trend indicating potential challenges in maintaining workforce levels. In 2023, the actual data was slightly higher, around 3.30 thousands, suggesting a consistent yet modest decrease.
Year-on-year variations indicate a steady decrease of approximately 0.6% annually. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for 2024 to 2028 reveals an average annual decline of 0.5% in the number of practising midwives per health professional in Italy.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Aging population and its impact on healthcare demands
- Potential policy changes to attract and retain midwives
- The effect of advanced technology on midwifery practices
- Funding allocations towards maternal health and midwifery education
