Mr. Speaker, the risk is low for the HMCS Toronto in the gulf. However all precautions as I have indicated to this House have and will be taken.
It is not true what hon. members are saying about these inoculations. The first inoculation has in 85% of individuals an effective factor and until the subsequent inoculations are taken there are antibiotics that will cover the situation quite adequately. The medical doctors of the Canadian forces and I have discussed this matter. I am quite satisfied that our troops are properly protected.