In 2023, the prevalence of anemia among children under 5 in Italy was recorded at 15.6%. The forecasted data for 2024 to 2028 indicates a gradual increase, starting from 15.7% in 2024, reaching 16.3% by 2028. Year-on-year, we observe incremental increases: 0.6% from 2024 to 2025, 1.27% from 2025 to 2026, 0.62% from 2026 to 2027, and 1.24% from 2027 to 2028. Over the five-year period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is approximately 0.89%.
Looking forward, trends to watch include the potential impact of nutritional intervention programs and healthcare policies targeted at reducing anemia levels. Monitoring socio-economic factors and dietary changes will also be crucial in understanding future changes in prevalence rates.
