Alzheimer Quote by Ike Skelton
“In addition to relieving patient suffering, research is needed to help reduce the enormous economic and social burdens posed by chronic diseases such as osteoporosis, arthritis, diabetes, Parkinson's and Alzheimer's diseases, cancer, heart disease, and stroke.”
About This Quote
Source Report: Public Health Policy White Paper, 2018
Chronic diseases impose massive health and economic burdens; research is essential to alleviate suffering and reduce costs.
In simple terms: Chronic illness costs society; research helps.
Key Takeaway
Invest in research to lower disease burden.
Themes
healthcare
economics
research
Mood
urgent
concerned
Type
policy
strategic
When to use this quote
- budget planning
- clinical trials
- patient advocacy
Key Concepts
public health policy
pharmaceutical development
preventive care
Questions to Reflect On
- Which diseases should be prioritized?
- How to balance funding between prevention and cure?
A Different Perspective
Research may not translate quickly to treatments.
