Tag: Treatment vs cure

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), chronic diseases are a leading cause of death and disability, often persisting lifelong and raising the question: What diseases are still incurable?. Incurable diseases encompass a broad spectrum of conditions, from degenerative disorders to autoimmune diseases and certain infections, all requiring ongoing management rather than a one-time cure.

According to the World Health Organization, chronic diseases are the leading cause of death and disability globally, with many currently lacking a definitive cure. This raises the complex question, what disease can never be cured, and how is modern medicine addressing these long-term conditions?