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“Today, all patients accepted for treatment at St. Jude's are treated without regard for the family's ability to pay. Everything beyond what is covered by insurance is taken care of, and for those without insurance, all of the medical costs are absorbed by the hospital.” quote by Marlo Thomas
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“Today, all patients accepted for treatment at St. Jude's are treated without regard for the family's ability to pay. Everything beyond what is covered by insurance is taken care of, and for those without insurance, all of the medical costs are absorbed by the hospital.”

Marlo Thomas

About This Quote

Source Organization: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 2023

The hospital provides full medical care regardless of a family's financial situation, covering all costs beyond insurance.

In simple terms: St. Jude treats all patients for free of charge.

Key Takeaway

Support healthcare equity.

Themes

compassion healthcare equity philanthropy

Mood

hopeful inspirational

Type

ethical philanthropic

When to use this quote

  • Family with low income
  • uninsured patients
  • policy advocacy
  • donor campaigns

Key Concepts

Universal care financial barriers non‑profit models

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can society ensure long‑term funding for free care?
  • What role should government play in supporting such models?
A Different Perspective

Sustainability depends on continuous fundraising and donor support.

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