People with Alzheimer's deserve to be seen, so that we can find a cure!
Interpretation
The quote emphasizes the importance of recognizing individuals with Alzheimer's in order to drive efforts towards finding a cure.
Julianne Moore highlights the need for visibility and acknowledgment of people with Alzheimer's disease. By emphasizing their importance, she urges society to focus on understanding and addressing their condition, which can ultimately lead to advancements in medical research and treatment options, helping to find a cure for this challenging illness.
In practice
In a speech advocating for more research funding, one might reference this quote to highlight the significance of recognizing Alzheimer's patients.
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