The prevalence of anemia among children under five in the UK is projected to rise gradually from 2024 through 2028. In 2023, the benchmark prevalence was anticipated to align with forecasted data from 2024 onwards. The forecast indicates a year-on-year increment, moving from 16% in 2024 up to 16.5% by 2028. The year-over-year percentage increase from one year to another is steady, reflecting a consistent upward trend. Over the projected five-year period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is expected to show a modest average annual rise.
Future trends to watch will include monitoring the impact of public health interventions aimed at reducing anemia prevalence, alongside policy changes that might affect nutrition and healthcare access for children. Keeping an eye on socioeconomic factors and dietary changes will also be pivotal in understanding future trends in anemia rates.
