Canadian Thalidomide victims, too, demand an apology from their government!
Nearly half a century later, Canadian victims have yet to receive similar apologies from their Government. Why? Born with major birth defects because Thalidomide was prescribed to their mothers during pregnancy, the Canadian survivors of this ruthless medical tragedy are still, to this day, overcoming great ordeals as to their health condition, physical degeneration and difficulties exercizing their autonomy with dignity. Their parents, already very old if not deceased, also still await a message of acknowledgement, comfort and empathy from their country's government.
Like the British government, the government of
The Thalidomide Victims Association of
The Thalidomide tragedy led to the implementation of numerous regulatory measures in the marketing of medication in order to protect the public.
For further information: Mercedes Benegbi, (514) 355-0811, 1-877-355-0811; www.thalidomide.ca
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