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Scurvy Cases Rise in Canada Due to Food Insecurity

  • Dozens of people in Canada, particularly in northern Saskatchewan, have been diagnosed with scurvy due to severe vitamin C deficiency.
  • Food insecurity and lack of access to fresh fruits and vegetables are major contributing factors.
  • The resurgence of scurvy highlights broader issues of poverty and inadequate nutrition in rural and remote communities.