Canada's Plunge in Global Women's Health Ranking Raises Eyebrows

Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 7:21 am

New reports reveal that Canada has tumbled 20 places in the global Hologic women's health index, now ranking 63rd among 142 nations. The stark drop has stirred concern over the state of women's healthcare in the country, prompting discussions about policy inadequacies amid rising international health standards.


lapresse.ca / Dépistage chez la femme | Le Canada dégringole dans un classement mondial

Le Canada a chuté de 20 places en quatre ans en matière de santé de la femme pour atteindre le 63e rang sur 142 pays, indique l’Indice mondial Hologic de la santé des femmes, qui se base sur les réponses tirées d’entrevues avec des participantes à travers le monde.

ledevoir.com / Le Canada dégringole dans un classement mondial sur la santé des femmes

Une chute de 20 places en quatre ans le situe désormais au 63ᵉ rang de l’Indice mondial Hologic. Que se passe-t-il?


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