Maternal and Child Health

Under-five mortality fell globally by 52% from 2000 to 2023. Maternal mortality declined globally by 40% between 2000 and 2023. The article frames improved child health outcomes as a result of purposefully redesigning home environments. Neonatal mortality and life expectancy both improved globally over the study period. Child health in low- and middle-income settings provides the epidemiological backdrop for the housing discussion. Skilled birth attendance increased globally while total fertility declined. Global maternal and child health improved substantially from 2000 to 2023, but progress was faster during the MDG era than during the SDG era. Housing quality is described as a major determinant of survival and disease burden in low- and middle-income settings.