Proportion of births delivered in a health facility (Facility births) (%)

This dataset presents the proportion of births delivered in a health facility, such as a hospital, health centre, or clinic. Facility births are a key indicator of access to skilled care during labour and delivery, and are associated with reduced maternal and newborn mortality. High rates of facility births typically reflect improved service availability, trust in the health system, and supportive infrastructure. This indicator helps monitor progress toward universal access to safe childbirth services. Data Source: WHO Global Health Observatory: https://www.who.int/data/gho/data/indicators/indicator-details/GHO/institutional-births-(-) This is one of many datasets featured on the Midwives’ Data Hub, a digital platform designed to strengthen midwifery and advocate for better maternal and newborn health services.