These are all areas that we, as a federal government, wish to pursue. We will not pursue them unilaterally, of course. We want to discuss them collectively with provinces, stakeholders and interest groups, members of the private sector, as well as non-profit organizations across this country. Because, in my view, if we can make some real inroads on these areas, it will have a substantial impact not only on the quality of care of individuals, but also in terms of the costs which are associated with health care. The next point I would like to raise with you very briefly, is the issue of tobacco.
Tobacco is a major issue.
There is a responsibility, if not a fiduciary obligation, on the part of the federal government to move forward with a plan of action to address that fundamental problem. I am appalled, as the Minister of Health, to see the number of young people who smoke, in particular, young women. I have to work with my provincial counterparts and stakeholders to bring forward a comprehensive, focused package to address that particular issue. Another issue of concern to me is women's health. Women are the biggest users of the health care system.