We have regulations in our country to allow us in an emergency to deal with that kind of issue and we will. Of course, the initial process is talking to Roche and trying to negotiate with them, but if we needed in an emergency our own production and we could produce those substances, we will be looking at that very, very quickly. No country is going to allow, if it can help, for people to die. |
We may not come to a consensus on this at this meeting, ... But this is the beginning of a discussion. We need to have it. |
when it is necessary to protect the health of Canadians. |
When you have a situation where there is some doubt as to what percentage of Canadians support the mission ... I think a debate, a sober dialogue among parliamentarians of the country might be useful. |
When you have people that sensitized and worried across the world about these issues, I can't fault them for being worried, ... I believe the best way to deal with that is sharing information talking to them. |
Women who need this product must have access to it very quickly or it will not be effective, |
[According to Statistic Canada's findings from the Canadian Community Health Survey, 26 percent of Canadian children and adolescents aged two to 17 were overweight or obese in 2004. Between 1978 and 2004 the obesity rate among 12-17 year olds increased from three percent to nine percent.] Childhood obesity has tripled over the past two decades, ... Obesity is a serious and complex issue that requires a multi-faceted approach. The Government of Canada is committed to supporting research that will help find solutions. |