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Canada's dermatologist shortage may lead to undiagnosed skin cancers
Did you know Canada only has 700 dermatologists serving our entire population of 40 million people? The Weather Network's Rachel Schoutsen speaks with three doctors about the issue and how this contributes to worsening skin cancer outcomes.
In Canada, there is a critical scarcity of dermatologists, with only about 700 physicians catering to a population exceeding 40 million. This deficiency results in prolonged wait times, putting Canadians at greater risk of undiagnosed skin cancer.
Watch the video above as Rachel Schoutsen from The Weather Network interviews three dermatologists to explore the factors behind this country-wide shortage and any measures being considered to address this challenge.
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