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Life expectancy varies by as much as 9.5 years across Metro Vancouver

Life expectancy in Metro Vancouver can vary by as much as 9.5 years depending on the neighbourhood in which you live, a new UBC-led study has found.

Nov 4, 2021

Citizens of democratic countries live 11 years longer: UBC study

Citizens of democratic countries live 11 years longer: UBC study

Living in a democratic country may add 11 years to your life expectancy, according to new research from the University of British Columbia’s department of sociology.

Jun 21, 2016

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