In 2023, Chile experienced the largest increase in the density of midwives, growing by 15.37% to a notable 121.06 units per thousand live births. Norway and Denmark showed moderate growth of 1.91% and 3.27%, respectively, with Norway at 88.44 and Denmark at 73.01. Hungary and South Korea displayed smaller growth rates of 1.84% and 8.24%, reaching 70.6 and 37.57 respectively. Israel, though having the smallest density at 18.01, observed a 3.7% increase. The CAGR over the past five years reveals stable growth across these countries.
Future trends to watch include advancements in midwifery education, policy changes affecting healthcare staffing, and international collaborations, which could influence midwife density and distribution on a global scale.
Top countries in Density of Midwives Licensed to Practice by Country
| # | 6 Countries | Units (Health Professionnals) Per Thousand Live Births | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Chile | 121.06 | 2023 | +12.69% | +15.37% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Norway | 88.44 | 2023 | +1.28% | +1.91% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Denmark | 73.01 | 2023 | +2.46% | +3.27% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Hungary | 70.6 | 2023 | +1.76% | +1.84% | View data |
| 5 | 5 South Korea | 37.57 | 2023 | +7.25% | +8.24% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Israel | 18.01 | 2023 | +2.39% | +3.7% | View data |
