Dr. Barry Dworkin

Life expectancy in Canada fell for the 3rd year in a row. What’s happening?

Medical Mythbusting Commentary for November 29, 2023

Source:
Life expectancy in Canada fell for the 3rd year in a row. What’s happening?

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Deaths, 2022

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