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Europe's Birth Rate Plummets: Can It Recover?

A fertility crisis is engulfing Europe, with birth rates reaching new lows. This article explores which countries are most affected and how Moldova compares to the continent's fertility trends.

For the first time in over six decades, the number of live births within the European Union has dipped below 4 million. This marks one of the lowest fertility rates recorded globally.

The fertility rate refers to the average number of children a woman has during her childbearing years. While the global average sits at 2.27 children per woman, Europe's fertility rate is a significantly lower 1.46.

Data from Eurostat and the World Bank reveals that Malta has the lowest fertility rate in the continent (1.08 for 2022), followed by Georgia (1.83), Moldova (1.81), and France (1.79).

Sources indicate a trend of women delaying motherhood. The average age of first birth across Europe has reached 29.7 years.

Fertility problems are a common challenge for couples worldwide. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), roughly 1 in 6 people will face fertility issues at some point in their lives.

Medical research underlines the importance of a two-pronged approach to improving fertility rates. This includes access to quality healthcare alongside the adoption of healthy lifestyles. Essential components of a healthy lifestyle for fertility include stress management, avoiding alcohol and tobacco use, engaging in regular exercise, and maintaining a balanced diet.

Source: Pavel Cepraga

Translation by Iurie Tataru

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