Mortality Rates Kenya

Maternal mortality ratio (MMR) in 2019 – Census analytical report Vol VII on mortality

355 per 100,000 live births. High maternal mortality ration indicates lack of access to quality care and skilled birth attendants, the high burden of HIV/AIDS, and an unmet need for family

Infant mortality rate (IMR) in 2019 – Census analytical report Vol VII on mortality

36 per 1,000 live births. High infant mortality rates are generally a measure of public healthcare system indicating unmet human health needs in sanitation, medical care, nutrition, and education.


Trend in Maternal Mortality Ratio

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Trend in Age Specific Maternal Mortality Ratio

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Trend in Childhood Mortality Ratio

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Trend in Childhood Mortality Ratio

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Adolescent and Youth Deaths

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Iron deficiency and cancer affect both adolescents and young adults; injuries and road traffic accidents are major concerns, especially among young adults.

High injury burden: Trauma and accidents causes of illness and death among youth.

Males have consistently higher death rates due to greater exposure to risk-taking behaviours, violence, and accidents.


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