Still, Canadians’ odds of getting sick or dying depend surprisingly on where they live. Where you live could determine your oddsof getting cancer or dying from itEast versus west: One of the starkest cancer gaps is between Western Canada and the area from Quebec eastward to the Atlantic. Urban versus rural: Living in a big city or a smaller centre can affect people’s chances of getting cancer and surviving it. Risky places: Getting cancer can seem like a random event, but there are some preventable risk factors. The treatment gap: The treatment that Canadians get when they’re diagnosed with cancer also depends on where they live.

Source: National Post May 03, 2017 18:00 UTC