Calculating the potential reduction in societal costs achieved by early detection of diseases. Calculating the potential reduction in societal costs achieved by early detection of diseases.

Calculating the potential reduction in societal costs achieved by early detection of diseases.

Social Issues
  • GOOD HEALTH AND
    WELL-BEING

Issue

The societal costs linked to diseases are rising, posing a growing challenge.

Illness leads to economic burdens such as medical and caregiving costs. If aftereffects persist, family members providing care may lose work opportunities, and businesses may suffer from reduced productivity and profits. This raises concerns about the increasing “social expenses” associated with illness.

Approach

Preventing severe illness through early detection.

In the case of strokes, thrombolytic agents administered within 4.5 hours can significantly improve prognosis, but only 5% of patients receive this treatment due to delayed detection. Early diagnosis is essential to addressing this issue.

Social Impact

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