03/22/2010
https://congress.gov...
"In the mid-20th century, economists predicted polio would cost taxpayers $100 billion a year to treat patients in 'iron lung hotels.'"
"Without a way to prevent, cure, or effectively treat dementia, it will be difficult, if not impossible, to rein in costs."
"This is not a time to waver on America's commitment to NIH and to the health of all Americans."
"Let me ask about the status of NCATS. I was supportive of its establishment."