Wednesday, July 22, 2009

Native Leaders Worried about H1N1

Aboriginal leaders say many questions need to be answered before a potential resurgence of the H1N1 virus during the fall flu season nears.

Treaty Three Grand Chief Diane Kelly says she's concerned about how remote communities will get supplies if the pandemic becomes severe.

"My understanding is should a full pandemic that we may have our communities close down," says Kelly, "so we're concerned should that if that happens how quickly will services come in, whether that be the vaccine, food or what not."

Liberal MP's say squabbling between governments and health boards about who is responsible for the health of aboriginals is stalling vital flu preparations.