CMA joins World Medical Association and others in condemning arrests of leaders of the Turkish Medical Association Français
OTTAWA, Jan. 31, 2018 /CNW/ - The Canadian Medical Association, representing more than 85,000 physicians in Canada, is adding its voice to the group of organizations condemning the arrests of leaders of the Turkish Medical Association earlier this week:
"We support the statements made by our Turkish colleagues that war is a public health issue. It is disturbing that free speech can result in imprisonment for physicians who are expressing themselves to improve the health of their people. Free speech is a fundamental human right and physicians must be empowered to provide health knowledge without fear of reprisal."
Dr. Laurent Marcoux
CMA President
The Canadian Medical Association unites 85,000 physicians on national health and medical matters. Formed in Quebec City in 1867, the CMA's rich history of advocacy led to some of Canada's most important health policy changes. As we look to the future, the CMA will focus on advocating for a healthy population and a vibrant profession.
SOURCE Canadian Medical Association
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