Neonatal Mortality Levels for 193 Countries in 2009 with Trends since 1990: A Systematic Analysis of Progress, Projections, and Priorities

BackgroundHistorically, the main focus of studies of childhood mortality has been the infant and under-five mortality rates. Neonatal mortality (deaths Methods and FindingsWe compiled a database of mortality in neonates and children ( ConclusionsNeonatal mortality has declined in all world regions. Progress has been slowest in the regions with high NMRs. Global health programs need to address neonatal deaths more effectively if Millennium Development Goal 4 (two-thirds reduction in child mortality) is to be achieved. Please see later in the article for the Editors' Summary