Venezuela

Venezuela's infant mortality rate stands at 21.5 per 1,000 live births. This rate is significantly higher than many South American peers (e.g., Chile or Uruguay, often below 10) and signals severe deficiencies in maternal health, neonatal care, and access to basic medical services.

The reported unemployment rate is relatively low at 5.485%, which is counterintuitive given the massive economic contraction and hyperinflation experienced in recent years. This figure likely reflects widespread underemployment, informal sector employment, or the massive emigration of the working-age population, rather than true labor market health.

With a life expectancy of 72.51 years, Venezuela is slightly below the regional average for South America (often 74-76 years). While not extremely low, this figure suggests that recent crises, including healthcare system degradation and food insecurity, are negatively impacting longevity.

Over half (52.23%) of Venezuela's land area remains covered by forests. This high percentage highlights the country's immense natural resource base and biological diversity, contrasting sharply with the environmental pressures often seen in highly industrialized nations or those with rapid deforestation.