The Honourable Tony Clement, Minister of Health, expresses sadness over passing of WHO Director General, Dr. J-W Lee

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2006-29
May 22, 2006
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Geneva - The Honourable Tony Clement, Minister of Health, today expressed the sadness of the international health community at the sudden death of Dr. J-W Lee, Director General of the World Health Organization (WHO).
"Those of us who knew Dr. Lee feel a tremendous sense of loss, for the WHO, and for the cause of health around the globe," said Minister Clement. "Having dealt with Dr. Lee, I can say how enormously we will miss his diplomacy, his dedication and his energy, as well as the great expertise gained through a lifetime of service to the WHO."
The Minister referred to the completion of the International Health Regulations under Dr. Lee's leadership. "Having lived through SARS in 2003, Canada knows just how important this instrument will be in identifying and responding quickly to emerging infectious diseases," added Minister Clement.
Dr. Lee's commitment to the cause of improving world health conditions was exemplary. Under Dr. Lee's leadership of the WHO great progress has been made in areas such as pandemics, tobacco control, infectious diseases, AIDS and the reform of the organization. Countless individuals enjoy a better quality of health due to the commitment of Dr. Lee.
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