Aggressive Prevention Program On Par With Moon Mission Needed, Says Health Care Expert
The lack of productivity that accompanies the onset of diseases and other health conditions may deprive the U.S. economy of $1.4 trillion annually, a new report sponsored by the Advanced Medical Technology Association concludes.
The report’s contributors explained that the data shows the need for further investment in preventative treatment, arguing that an aggressive prevention program is needed.
“There is a rationale for a national program on the order of putting a man on the moon,” report contributor Greg de Lissovoy of UBC said. “Certainly health care reform and better access to care…will make a great contribution to this.” (0:26)
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