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“It is but a short step from hunger to starvation, from disease to death.” quote by Ban Ki-moon
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“It is but a short step from hunger to starvation, from disease to death.”

Ban Ki-moon

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Hunger quickly escalates to starvation, and disease can swiftly lead to death if untreated.

In simple terms: Hunger and disease can rapidly become fatal.

Key Takeaway

Address basic needs promptly to prevent tragedy.

Themes

health poverty urgency

Mood

urgent compassionate

Type

activist educational

When to use this quote

  • policy
  • humanitarian aid
  • medicine

Key Concepts

public health human rights

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can societies prevent hunger?
  • What measures stop disease from killing?
A Different Perspective

Resource scarcity may persist despite interventions.

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