Quebec wants to cut by 10% premature deaths linked to social, economic status
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This article was published 21/08/2025 (218 days ago), so information in it may no longer be current.
MONTREAL – Quebec’s Health Department has released a plan to reduce premature deaths linked to social and economic inequalities by 10 per cent by 2035.
The province defines premature deaths as those before age 75 caused by conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer.
Health officials say these early deaths are often preventable and more frequent among low-income people and those who are vulnerable and marginalized.
The province says it will invest $15 million in the first year of the plan for chronic disease screening for such things as HPV, Type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular risk.
The government is also aiming to improve people’s access to physical activities.
As well, the province plans to spend $4 million on programs to help people quit smoking.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Aug. 21, 2025.