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Cross-country checkup
By the numbers: Canadians' health at a glance
Last Updated: Tuesday, July 6, 2010 | 3:37 PM ET
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This week we examine a handful of common health measures, charting indicators including life expectancy, high blood pressure and obesity.
In some cases, the figures are stark and indicate growing numbers are joining the flabby ranks. But in other areas, we continue to make steady gains in life expectancy and access to a regular doctor. Here, we offer a general snapshot of Canadians' health.
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