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Ambulance in Pursuit
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Photo: biosphere in Montreal
Photo: ambulance maneuvering through traffic
Photo: 19th-century doctor's office
Photo: City Hall in Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada
Photo: Montreal Convention Center
Photo: hikers in Banff National Park
Photo: a runner near a harbor in Vancouver
Photo: a backpacker hiking in Killarney Provincial Park
Photo: Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario
Photo: shoppers at a public market
Photo: ambulance maneuvering through traffic
Lights flashing, an ambulance maneuvers through traffic in Canada. Due in part to the public system's emphasis on preventive care, Canada boasts one of the highest life expectancies in the world: 80.22 years.
Photo Credit: Brian Stablyk/Getty Images
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Discover More About Canada
Photo: Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario
Find out how the Canadian government is doing its part to promote health across the country and why an amazing 84 percent of Canadians are satisfied with their medical coverage.
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Learn how preventive care and outdoor exercise help Canadians stay healthy with these health tips from our neighbors to the north.
Explore More from National Geographic
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Information and History
From vast tracts of rural wilderness to sophisticated cities with booming industries, Canada is a land of contrasts. Brush up on its past, present, and future with facts, maps, music, and more from National Geographic.
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Map of Canada
It's the world's second-largest country in area, it borders three oceans, and it has the longest coastline of any country. Take a closer look at Canada with this interactive map.
 
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What, if anything, do you think you should change about your diet?
Eat less red meat.
Eat more fish.
Eat more fruits and vegetables.
Drink more water.
I wouldn't change anything.
Simplicity is knowing a healthy smile can lead to a healthy life.
Photo: Philips Sonicare Toothbrush
The Philips Sonicare Toothbrush. Starting a good oral healthcare routine early will help keep your family's teeth and gums healthy and can contribute to better overall health.
Learn more at Philips.com