5 Healthiest Countries In Latin America

3. Uruguay  

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Uruguay has been proactive in addressing various health challenges, particularly in nutrition and non-communicable diseases (NCDs). The country has made strides in maternal and child health, with a notable breastfeeding rate of 57.7% for infants aged 0 to 5 months. Additionally, Uruguay’s life expectancy is relatively high, with men living up to 74 years and women up to 81 years. However, challenges remain, such as a high prevalence of obesity and diabetes among adults, with 33.3% of women and 27.7% of men being obese, which is above the regional average.