Africa's Infant Mortality Rate has 76.4 infants die per 1000. This is considerably higher than Asia which is the next highest at 34.
Mali has one of the world's highest infant mortality rates at 106 deaths per 1000 live births.
I believe its Highest infant mortality and lowest life expectancy rates.
The infant mortality rates for Brazil is 12 deaths per 1000 live births.
No, Africa does not have the lowest birth rate and infant mortality rate in the world. African countries often have higher birth rates and infant mortality rates compared to other regions due to various factors such as inadequate healthcare infrastructure and high fertility rates.
"Infant mortality rates are high in India" "The infant mortality rate is 2 out of every 1000 live births"
The infant mortality rate in the UK is 2014 was 4.2 per 1000.
Fertility rates are often inversely related to infant mortality rates; when infant mortality rates are high, families may choose to have more children to ensure that some survive to adulthood. Conversely, in societies where infant mortality rates are low, families may opt for fewer children, as the likelihood of their survival increases. Additionally, improved healthcare and living conditions that reduce infant mortality can lead to a decline in fertility rates as parents feel more secure in the survival of their offspring. This dynamic reflects broader social and economic changes that accompany shifts in both fertility and mortality rates.
High infant mortality rate is associated with poverty and poor health care.
50%
The average life expectancy is a frightening 47 years which places Nigeria in the 216th position in the world, whilst the death rate is one of the highest in the world at 16.56 per 1000. Both infant mortality and maternal mortality rates in Nigeria also remain among the highest.
No. They are never born alive.
Infant mortality accounts for a significant portion of overall child mortality, often ranging from 40% to 50% depending on the region and specific demographics. This high percentage is largely due to the vulnerability of infants in their first year of life, where factors such as prematurity, congenital conditions, and infectious diseases can lead to higher mortality rates. Addressing infant mortality is crucial for reducing overall child mortality rates.