4. The Republic of Korea
men: 112.6
women: 76.2
Scientists have been observing mortality rates in Korea caused by heart and coronary diseases for the last 30 years, and came to the conclusion that they have been decreasing considerably. Although things are looking good considering this health issue in Korea, smoking rates in this country are on a rise, which might cause a problem in near future.

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