NIH research. An investment in prevention

The goal of prevention research is to promote and preserve the health of all Americans, which in turn maintains and improves the health of the nation. The National Institutes of Health supports prevention research and related activities in many innovative and challenging areas. The knowledge gained from this research has resulted in lifestyle changes for millions of Americans who now can look forward to longer, healthier and more productive lives. In addition, prevention research and related activities represent our best opportunity to reduce the ever-increasing portion of our resources spent on treating preventable illness.