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Comfort Quote by Hippocrates

“Cure sometimes, treat often, comfort always.” quote by Hippocrates
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“Cure sometimes, treat often, comfort always.”

Hippocrates

About This Quote

Source Medical Text: Aphorisms of Hippocrates, c. 400 BC

Physicians should prioritize curing, frequently treating, and always providing comfort to patients.

In simple terms: Cure, treat, comfort patients.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize healing and compassionate care.

Themes

medicine compassion ethics

Mood

thoughtful empathetic

Type

philosophical clinical

When to use this quote

  • clinical settings
  • home care
  • palliative care
  • public health

Key Concepts

clinical practice patient care holistic health

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you balance treatment and comfort?
  • When is comfort more important than cure?
A Different Perspective

Resource limits may restrict ideal care.

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