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Births and deaths are a normal part of life. They also have an impact on the number of population of a country. Around a half of deaths in Estonia are caused by diseases of the circulatory system, followed by cancers. The number of deaths caused by cancers gradually increases with age. The causes of death are very different by age. Almost a half of the deaths of children and young people are a result of accidents. Deaths caused by accidents decrease with age. The data on the deaths of Estonian inhabitants help to predict population change and implement measures to prevent early deaths.

Libraries have an important role in the society: to preserve cultural heritage and make information available everywhere in Estonia. Libraries also help people navigate the information society, support lifelong learning and develop reading habits. Estonia’s library network functions on the basis of common principles and long traditions. It ensures that people have free access to information. Libraries have also become community centres, where various events take place and other services are offered. One in two persons in Estonia visits libraries. Statistics on libraries and books provide

The number of people involved in sports and their share in the population is growing continuously. Doing sports is not just about competing at the highest level – it also means daily physical activity that helps to stay in good health, improve your mood and strengthen a sense of community. Everyone can find a sport or physical activity that they enjoy, whether it is jogging, group classes at a fitness centre, ballgames or lifting weights at the gym. Estonia has set a target that, by 2030, at least two thirds of the population should be physically active and involved in sports. A healthy

Gross domestic product (GDP) is calculated taking account of all economic transactions. When calculating the real economic growth, there needs to be an adjustment for price changes. The nominal GDP includes price changes, which is removed when calculating the real GDP. The real economic growth shows how much the volume of goods in the economy has increased.

How many people in Estonia live in poverty? Who is most at risk of social exclusion? Is the situation in Estonia improving or getting worse? Statistics Estonia provides accurate and up-to-date information about these important social issues. A person might experience social exclusion if he or she lives at risk of poverty, is materially or socially deprived, or lives in a household with very low work intensity. A low income may contribute to social exclusion: someone with a low income might not be able to afford basic necessities or certain desirable items, such as paying rent or utility bills