- 1 By 2030, reduce the global maternal mortality ratio to less than 70 per 100,000 live births.
- 2 End preventable deaths of newborns and children under 5 years of age.
- 3 End the epidemics of AIDS, tuberculosis, malaria and neglected tropical diseases.
- 4 Reduce by one third premature mortality from non-communicable diseases through prevention and treatment.
- 5 Achieve universal health coverage, including financial risk protection and access to quality essential health-care services.
At least 400 million people lack access to basic healthcare services.
Tobacco causes more than 8 million deaths each year.
Mental health disorders affect 1 in 8 people globally.
Road traffic injuries are the leading cause of death among young people aged 5–29.
The world made extraordinary health gains between 2000 and 2019 — life expectancy rose six years, child mortality halved, and HIV/AIDS deaths plummeted. Then COVID-19 caused the largest single setback to global life expectancy since World War II, and deep structural coverage gaps remain.
What We've Accomplished
- Global life expectancy rose from 67 years in 2000 to 73.3 years in 2019.
- Under-5 child mortality fell by over 59% between 2000 and 2022, saving millions of young lives.
- New HIV infections fell 59% since 2000; AIDS-related deaths declined 68% due to antiretroviral therapy.
- Malaria deaths cut by 30% between 2000 and 2015 through bed net distribution and treatment programs.
- Rwanda reduced child mortality by 80% since 2000 — one of the greatest healthcare turnarounds in African history.
2030 Outlook
At Risk
COVID-19 reversed a decade of progress in life expectancy and strained health systems globally. Universal health coverage — the cornerstone of SDG 3 — remains out of reach for over 4.5 billion people. Rising antimicrobial resistance, the mental health crisis, and non-communicable diseases present growing threats. The world is tracking at roughly 60% of the pace needed to meet all SDG 3 targets by 2030.
Leading Nations
Japan
World's longest life expectancy (84 years); sustained through universal healthcare, diet, and preventive care.
Singapore
One of the world's most efficient healthcare systems; among the lowest infant mortality rates globally.
South Korea
Achieved near-universal coverage and eliminated preventable diseases through systematic public health investment.
Norway
Near-zero maternal mortality and one of the world's highest healthy life expectancy rates.
Rwanda
80% reduction in child mortality since 2000; community health worker system replicated worldwide.