Ahern backs Martin over handling of SARS crisis

EMBATTLED Minister for Health Mícheál Martin was backed by Taoiseach Bertie Ahern last night as he continued to face criticism for his handling of the SARS crisis.

Ahern backs Martin over handling of SARS crisis

As Mr Martin announced that a World Health Organisation expert will advise the Government on what countries will be allowed attend the Special Olympics to minimise the health risks posed by SARS, a Government spokesperson said Mr Ahern was fully supportive of the minister.

The situation has been handled responsibly and the main aim at present was to make the public aware of the threat, the spokesperson said.

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