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What does it mean?
Modern science aims to eliminate disease rather than just manage symptoms.
In plain terms
Science is moving to cure diseases, not just hide symptoms.
What can you take from it?
Support research that seeks cures over symptom management.

Where it applies

  • patient advocacy
  • scientific funding
  • medical research

Putting it to work

  • supporting trials
  • advocating for research
  • staying informed

Questions to consider

  • What diseases need a cure?
  • How do you define medical success?

Another view

Complete elimination of disease is not guaranteed for all conditions.

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