Huffington Post Canada: Ebola and West Africa’s Children
Kirsty Duncan, Canadian member of parliament

“…Ebola has been horrendous for children. United Nations officials estimate that more than 3,500 have been infected, at least 1,200 have died, and up to 10,000 children have lost one or both parents or caregivers to the disease. … UNICEF is appealing for over US$ 500 million to respond to the Ebola outbreak in West Africa until the end of June 2015. West Africa had to wait for Canada to take notice of Ebola, offer a vaccine, as well as send personal protective equipment and personnel. Let us ensure that the children do not have to wait any longer” (1/11).