Scurvy cases rise in Canada and Australia, particularly among food-insecure individuals, due to limited diets and financial constraints.

Scurvy, a disease from severe Vitamin C deficiency, is reportedly on the rise in Canada and Australia, particularly among those facing food insecurity. A Canadian case involved a 65-year-old woman whose limited diet led to her diagnosis. In Australia, a man in his 50s, post-bariatric surgery, suffered from the condition due to financial constraints affecting his diet. Both cases highlight concerns about nutrition-related diseases amidst rising living costs and poor dietary choices.

October 22, 2024
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