Csecsemhalálozás

Csecsemhalálozás, also known as infant mortality, refers to the death of an infant before reaching one year of age. It is a critical indicator of the health and well-being of a population, particularly in developing countries. The World Health Organization (WHO) defines infant mortality as the number of deaths of infants under one year of age per 1,000 live births.

Factors contributing to csecsemhalálozás include inadequate healthcare, poor nutrition, lack of access to clean water and sanitation, and high levels of poverty. In many regions, preventable diseases such as pneumonia, diarrhea, and malaria are leading causes of infant mortality. Additionally, complications during childbirth, such as preterm birth and low birth weight, significantly impact infant survival rates.

Efforts to reduce csecsemhalálozás focus on improving maternal and child health, enhancing healthcare infrastructure, and promoting public health initiatives. Vaccination programs, nutrition education, and access to clean water and sanitation are key strategies. International organizations and governments often collaborate to provide resources and support to countries with high infant mortality rates.

Despite significant progress in recent decades, csecsemhalálozás remains a pressing global health issue. According to the WHO, the global infant mortality rate has decreased from 90 deaths per 1,000 live births in 1990 to 37 deaths per 1,000 live births in 2019. However, disparities persist, with the highest rates found in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia. Continuous efforts are necessary to achieve the Sustainable Development Goal of reducing the global infant mortality rate to less than 12 deaths per 1,000 live births by 2030.