Investment in preventive health needs to be seen as a driver of economic development

PLoS Medicine 2026 Open access

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Authors: Francesca Colombo, Sabine Vuik, Marion Devaux, Michele Cecchini
DOI: 10.1371/journal.pmed.1005074
Cited by: 1
References: 7

Abstract

Prevention delivers major gains in health and productivity but remains underfunded due to governance and technical barriers. Strategic investment in prevention is critical to reduce health system costs, boost productivity and sustain long-term prosperity.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Global Public Health Policies and Epidemiology Global Healthcare and Medical Tourism Healthcare Systems and Reforms

Publication details

Journal / source
PLoS Medicine
Publisher
Public Library of Science (PLoS)
Volume
23
Issue
5
Pages
e1005074–e1005074
Publication date
5 May 2026
Language
EN