It's a fucking pharmaceutical conspiracy, Eve. We've wiped…
““It's a fucking pharmaceutical conspiracy, Eve. We've wiped out just about every known plague, disease, and infection. Oh, we come up with a new one every now and again, to give the researchers something to do. But none of these bright-eyed medical types, none of the medi-computers can figure out how to cure the common fucking cold. You know why?" Even couldn't stop the smile. She waited patiently until Mavis finished another bout of explosive sneezing. "Why?" "Because the pharmaceutical companies need to sell drugs. You know what a damn sinus tab costs? You can get anticancer injections cheaper. I swear it.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Pharmaceutical profit motives can prioritize drug sales over curing common illnesses, leading to perpetual disease cycles.
In simple terms: Drug companies profit more than cure common colds.
Demand accountability from pharma.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy advocacy
- consumer education
- medical research funding
- patient activism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What reforms could reduce profit-driven neglect?
- How can individuals influence pharmaceutical practices?
Complex solutions involve regulation and innovation, not just criticism.