Detecting future trends of maternal mortality for uruguay using the double expontial smoothing model

This study uses annual time series data on MMR for Uruguay from 1985 to 2023 to predict future trends of MMR over the period 2024 to 2035. The study utilizes Holt’s double exponential smoothing model. The optimal values of smoothing constants α and β are 0.3 and 0.1 respectively based on minimum MSE. The results of the study indicate that MMR will remain below 30 deaths per 100 000 live births throughout the out of sample period. Therefore, we encourage authorities to continue addressing causes of maternal mortality across the country