The global analysis of professionally active midwives reveals notable differences across countries, with Sweden leading the density figures, boasting 800 midwives per the measured unit, followed by Iceland, New Zealand, and Bulgaria. Generally, most countries demonstrate modest increases in midwives' density in 2023, except for Iceland and Romania, which show a decline. In the longer term, Germany and Israel show the most significant positive annual changes at nearly 2% yearly. Conversely, Romania and Iceland reflect decreasing trends year-on-year.
Looking forward, the future trends in midwife density will likely be influenced by healthcare policy changes, demographic shifts, and technological advancements in maternal care. Monitoring investments in healthcare systems and the education of midwives will be key in understanding upcoming changes to these figures.
Top countries in Density of Professionally Active Midwives by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Health Professionnals) Per Thousand Persons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Sweden | 0.8 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Iceland | 0.72 | 2023 | +1.41% | -2.33% | View data |
| 3 | 3 New Zealand | 0.62 | 2023 | +8.77% | +0.33% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Bulgaria | 0.59 | 2023 | 0% | +0.69% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 0.36 | 2023 | +2.86% | +1.15% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 0.33 | 2023 | +3.13% | +1.92% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 0.32 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 0.3 | 2023 | +3.45% | +1.39% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Israel | 0.27 | 2023 | +3.85% | +2.38% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 0.16 | 2023 | 0% | -1.21% | View data |
