Around the world Quote by John Grisham
““This is not science fiction. Around the world, 50,000 men with prostate cancer have been treated with focused ultrasound. Over 36,000 women with uterine fibroids (benign tumors of the uterus) have been treated, thus avoiding hysterectomies and infertility. Clinical trials for tumors of the brain, breast, pancreas, and liver, as well as Parkinson’s disease and arthritis, are inching forward at over 270 research sites around the world.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview on medical technology, 2023
Focused ultrasound is a non‑invasive treatment already helping tens of thousands with cancers and fibroids, and research is expanding to many other diseases.
In simple terms: A new therapy is treating many patients and being studied for more.
Support and invest in non‑invasive therapies.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- cancer treatment
- uterine fibroid management
- future disease therapies
- patient recovery
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we ensure equitable access to emerging therapies?
- What ethical safeguards are needed for rapid adoption?
Limited long‑term data and accessibility in low‑resource settings.