Report

5th National Health Survey 2023

An Integrated Stepwise Household Survey

A child smiles as she gets weighed at a health center — UNICEF Bhutan

Highlights

The National Health Survey, 2023 provides a comprehensive overview of Bhutan’s health landscape, reflecting both progress and areas requiring attention. The survey findings indicate high coverage in critical areas such as water, sanitation, immunization, and healthcare access, demonstrating Bhutan’s ongoing commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of its people. However, the findings also highlight persistent challenges, including rising levels of non-communicable diseases, mental health issues, substance abuse, and gaps in nutritional outcomes. Additionally, significant societal issues like violence against women and child discipline practices require continued intervention and policy focus.