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Economic Burden

Meaning

The economic burden, in a clinical and public health context, quantifies the total financial cost associated with a specific disease, health condition, or intervention on individuals, healthcare systems, and society as a whole. This measure includes direct costs, such as medical care, hospitalization, and medication, as well as indirect costs, which encompass lost productivity, disability payments, and premature mortality. Understanding the economic burden of chronic conditions, such as hormonal deficiencies, is essential for prioritizing research and justifying preventative or therapeutic strategies.