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International Infant Mortality Data
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This dataset offers vital insights into global infant mortality trends, presenting rates with respect to country, year, and gender. It details the number of infant deaths before their first birthday per 1,000 live births, providing a clear picture of this critical public health indicator worldwide.
Columns
- Country: The name of the nation for which the mortality data is recorded. This column has 230 unique country values.
- Infant Mortality Rate: The calculated rate of infant deaths per 1,000 live births. Rates range from 1.36 to 117.
- Gender: Specifies the gender category for the recorded mortality rate, with four unique values.
- Year: The specific year when the infant mortality rate was recorded, covering a span from 2009 to 2019.
Distribution
The dataset is provided in a CSV file format, named InfantMortalityRate.csv, with a size of 316.04 kB. It contains 7,623 records across four distinct columns, detailing mortality rates for various parameters.
Usage
This dataset is ideal for:
- Health policy analysis: Informing strategies to reduce infant mortality.
- Demographic research: Studying population health trends and disparities.
- Global health assessments: Comparing mortality rates across various countries.
- Data visualisation projects: Creating visual representations of health data over time and geography.
- Social issues advocacy: Supporting campaigns related to maternal and child health.
Coverage
The dataset covers infant mortality rates for 230 unique countries globally. The time range spans from 2009 to 2019. Data is available for both genders, offering a detailed view of mortality trends across different demographics and years.
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
- Researchers and academics: For studies on public health, demography, and social inequalities.
- Government agencies and NGOs: For policy development, resource allocation, and program evaluation in health sectors.
- Journalists and media professionals: For reporting on global health trends and social issues.
- Data analysts and scientists: For creating predictive models or conducting statistical analyses of mortality factors.
- Advocacy groups: For highlighting disparities and promoting awareness around infant health.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- Global Infant Mortality Rates by Country & Gender (2009-2019)
- International Infant Mortality Data
- Country-Specific Infant Death Rates
- Child Mortality Trends Worldwide
- UNICEF Global Infant Mortality Statistics
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Original Data Source: International Infant Mortality Data
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