The decline continued steadily post-2000, with the rate reaching 15.6 by 2010 and 11.7 by 2022. Peru’s targeted public health programs, particularly in rural areas, and advancements in healthcare infrastructure contributed to this improvement. However, regional disparities in health outcomes remain a concern.
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