Unveiling neonatal mortality inequities in Ghana: A geospatial and temporal analysis of regional disparities, healthcare accessibility, and institutional gaps to drive targeted interventions

Neonatal mortality in Ghana has declined over time, yet significant regional disparities and access inequities remain. Targeted interventions, such as improving rural healthcare infrastructure, expanding neonatal intensive care units, and strengthening ante/postnatal care, are crucial to address these gaps, and to improve healthcare access and outcomes for newborns. Future research should explore quality-of-care determinants and community-level interventions to improve in neonatal survival. The study highlights the importance of robust surveillance systems for monitoring neonatal health trends and guiding resource allocation.