In October 2012, Romania reported 18,641 babies born alive, 945 more than in September, and 1,966 more than in October 2011. Also in October 2012, 20,622 people died, 3,523 more than in September and 549 fewer than in October last year.
According to INS, the negative natural growth triggered a decrease in population numbers by 1,981 people on the month and 4,496 on the year.
In October 2012, Romania reported 10,266 marriages, down 6,620 on the month and down 135 on the year, and 2,373 divorces, up 236 on the month and down 611 on the year.