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The economic value of investing in regenerative medicine.

Authors :
Hussain A
Rivers PA
Source :
Journal of health care finance [J Health Care Finance] 2009 Winter; Vol. 36 (2), pp. 45-54.
Publication Year :
2009

Abstract

This article discusses the science of regenerative medicine and presents evidence that investments towards the development of this technology will reduce total health care output. Use of regenerative medicine will also be an important factor in eliminating chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, and Parkinson's disease. Investment in regenerative medicine is a sound strategy for several reasons: human suffering will be reduced, if not eliminated; and the economy will be stimulated by creating employment opportunities, generating additional income and tax revenues, increasing worker productivity, creating new conglomerates, and reducing insurance costs. This article discusses some of the latest advances in regenerative medicine as well as the progress that has been made in the development of new stem cell therapies.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1078-6767
Volume :
36
Issue :
2
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Journal of health care finance
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
20499720