According to Statistics Canada (July 2015), for the First Time

question 86

Essay

According to Statistics Canada (July 2015), for the first time the number of persons aged 65 years and older has exceeded the number of children aged 0 to 14 years. Given that Canada has made the epidemiological transition, what does this signify for health-care needs in the next few decades?

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Definitions:

Trisomy

A genetic disorder characterized by having three copies of a chromosome instead of the usual two.

Dishwasher Detergent

A cleaning agent specifically formulated for use in dishwashing machines to remove food debris and stains from dishes.

Irrigate Eyes

The process of flushing the eyes with a sterile solution to remove foreign materials, chemicals, or to alleviate irritation.

Copiously

In a manner that is abundant or large in quantity; profusely.