Active Quote by Robert Jarvik
“The United States has an active pharmaceutical industry that has brought huge benefits to the U.S. public. Most Americans, who benefit from these advances, have little understanding of how difficult it is to create an important new medical therapy and make it available to improve public health.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Medical Innovation Forum, 2005
Pharmaceutical breakthroughs bring great benefits, yet the public often underestimates the difficulty of developing new therapies.
In simple terms: Creating medicines is hard work.
Key Takeaway
Appreciate scientific effort.
Themes
healthcare
innovation
education
Mood
informative
thoughtful
Type
educational
analytical
When to use this quote
- policy debates
- patient advocacy
- science communication
Key Concepts
pharmacology
public policy
research
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we improve public understanding?
- What supports are needed for research?
A Different Perspective
Complex regulations and high costs can hinder drug development.
