Premature Deaths in Canada: Impact, Trends and Opportunities for Prevention

This article discusses the impact of premature deaths in Canada. Premature deaths are divided into 3 broad categories: cancer, injuries/violence, & cardiovascular disease. As well, mortality rates are provided by specific cause. Coronary heart disease, car accidents, lung cancer & perinatal conditions ranked in the top 5 specific diseases. Breast cancer was also a large contributor of premature deaths for women, while suicide was a significant contributor for men. (VM)