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The limits of prevention.

J M McGinnis

    Public Health Reports (Washington, D.C. : 1974)
    |May 1, 1985
    PubMed
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    Disease prevention has seen major successes, but biological, technical, ethical, and economic factors present limitations. Understanding these factors is key to advancing public health and reducing mortality.

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    Area of Science:

    • Public Health
    • Preventive Medicine
    • Health Policy

    Background:

    • Significant advancements in disease prevention and mortality reduction have been achieved.
    • Further progress in prevention is anticipated but faces inherent limitations.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze the spectrum of factors influencing prevention programs, from scientific to social.
    • To discuss limitations in disease prevention posed by biological, technical, ethical, and economic elements.

    Main Methods:

    • The study examines four key elements along the scientific-to-social spectrum.
    • It identifies and discusses specific limitations within each element.

    Main Results:

    • Biological factors can limit the efficacy of certain preventive measures.

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  • Technical feasibility and implementation challenges affect prevention strategies.
  • Ethical considerations play a crucial role in the design and acceptance of prevention programs.
  • Economic constraints significantly impact the scalability and accessibility of prevention initiatives.

    • Conclusions:

    • Despite limitations, the prospects for disease prevention remain optimistic.
    • Special opportunities and imperatives exist within each category of limitation to enhance public health outcomes.