Using ARIMA Model Forecasts in the Formulation and Implementation of Appropriate Neonatal Healthcare Strategies in France

Abstract

This study uses annual time series data on neonatal mortality rate (NMR) for France from 1960 to 2019 to predict future trends of NMR over the period 2020 to 2030. Unit root tests have shown that the series under consideration is an I (2) variable. The optimal model based on AIC is the ARIMA (0,2,3) model. The ARIMA model predictions indicate that neonatal mortality will slightly increase from 2.8 to around 3.5 deaths per 1000 live births by the end of 2030. Hence, this study encourages policy makers in France to identify and address local neonatal health challenges in order to keep neonatal mortality under control.

Country : Zimbabwe

1 Dr. Smartson. P. NYONI2 Thabani NYONI

  1. ZICHIRe Project, University of Zimbabwe, Harare, Zimbabwe
  2. Independent Researcher & Health Economist, Harare, Zimbabwe

IRJIET, Volume 7, Issue 8, August 2023 pp. 271-275

doi.org/10.47001/IRJIET/2023.708038

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