The number of hospital beds in Italy is projected to steadily decline from 175.53 thousand in 2024 to 163.68 thousand in 2028. This represents a year-on-year decrease of approximately 1.7% during this period. Looking back over the last two years, this decline reflects a downward trend, consistent with previous patterns observed in the healthcare infrastructure. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the forecasted five-year period indicates an average annual decrease of roughly 1.7%.
Future trends to watch for include:- Increased investments in outpatient care and home healthcare, potentially reducing the demand for traditional hospital beds.- Technological advancements and telemedicine may further influence the need for physical hospital infrastructure.- Demographic shifts, such as an aging population, may lead to a reassessment of healthcare resource allocation.
