Nunavut Inuit are more likely to experience serious complications after surgery, a new study finds
Researchers think this may be due to barriers in accessing timely and culturally appropriate health care.
May 4, 2022
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Inuit from Nunavut are 25 percent more likely than non-Inuit to experience complications in the first month after surgery, new research has revealed.
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