Infant mortality in Turkey 1950-2020

In 1955, the infant mortality rate in Turkey was 217 deaths per thousand live births; this means that for every child born in Turkey between 1950 and 1955, over one fifth of these would not survive past their first birthday. Since these records began, the rate of infant mortality in Turkey has fallen continuously during each five year period, with the largest rate of decline occurring in the 1980s. This increased rate can largely be attributed to campaigns of mass immunization and vaccination programs launched by the Turkish government. Infant mortality has continued to decline well into the 21^st century, and in 2020, it is estimated that over 99 percent of all babies born in Turkey survive past their first birthday.