This table provides metadata for the actual indicator available from Faroe Islands statistics closest to the corresponding global SDG indicator. Please note that even when the global SDG indicator is fully available from Faroese statistics, this table should be consulted for information on national methodology and other Faroese-specific metadata information.
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According the Health Authorities, Faroe Islands does not compile continuous and official statistics about births with assistance from health care professionals. However, the authorities estimate that the figure is very high.
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This table provides information on metadata for SDG indicators as defined by the UN Statistical Commission. Complete global metadata is provided by the UN Statistics Division.
| Indicator |
Indicator 3.1.2: Proportion of births attended by skilled health personnel |
|---|---|
| Target |
Target 3.1: By 2030, reduce the global maternal mortality ratio to less than 70 per 100,000 live births |
| Metadata update |
2022-03-31 |
| International organisations(s) responsible for global monitoring |
United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and World Health Organization (WHO) |
| Related indicators |
Related to Target 3.1 on reducing maternal mortality, 3.2 on reducing neonatal mortality and 3.8 on achieving universal health coverage (coverage of essential health services) |
| Link to UN metadata | Metadata on this indicator opens in a new window |
| Organisation |
Statistics Faroe Islands |
|---|---|
| Link to data source | Statistics Faroe Islands opens in a new window |
| Contact details |
jogvanb@hagstova.fo |