The U.S. State Department has issued a statement saying that it is working with the White House on a plan of action to combat the spread of disease in the United States.
The White House says it is committed to working with Congress to find a solution to the health care crisis that is threatening the health of the American people. The U.N. says it will work with Congress on a long-term plan to combat disease in all parts of the world, including the Middle East, Africa, Latin America and Asia.