This is an example of public information not corresponding with the analysis we've received. Canada has actually been one of the leaders in proving the effectiveness of bed nets. In the late 1990s, CIDA, along with the IDRC and African researchers, proved the effectiveness, in practice and cost, of bed nets in Tanzania. Canada has been a leader in distributing literally millions of bed nets through various programs. We've also been a leader in experimenting with different approaches—providing free bed net distribution through the Red Cross and UNICEF, and experimenting in Tanzania with market-based approaches with the Mennonite Economic Development Associates. In particular, the work we are doing with the Red Cross, which is a valued partner, has been successful and is ongoing. It's actually not correct to say that it has been stopped.
The other important element is the results. Where can one see impact? Bed nets have been shown to be extremely effective. There has been a massive ramp-up in the last several years, particularly the last three. The statistics that were referred to, which cite a 3% utilization in Africa, date from 2003. More up-to-date sentinel programming analysis, which looks specifically at what's happening on the ground, shows coverage in some areas of 30%, 40%, or even 60%.
