The CMA offered its support to the American Medical Association and the Red Cross in the hours immediately following the horrific terrorist attacks that occurred in the US on Sept. 11.

CMA President Henry Haddad also offered his “deepest sympathy” to the families and friends of the victims of the attacks. Later, in the days following the attack, he praised Canadian health care professionals who traveled to the US to help treat casualties, or offered their services in the relief effort. He also highlighted the efforts of the vast number of people in communities from Newfoundland to Whitehorse who offered assistance and support to international travelers on flights rerouted from the US on the day of the tragedy.

The CMA Web page included a link to the Canadian Blood Services Web site for those who wished to donate blood. The site also included an online form for physicians willing to offer their services to help in relief efforts. Over 70 physicians volunteered their services. The CMA coordinated the information in case a formal request for medical aid was received from the US.