...And? You're saying that the profit-motive was the *only* motivating factor in medical advancements? That's outrageous. Not to mention, conflating R&D with patient care is a straw man, as we're discussing it. ..., and eliminating monopolistic corporations whose only desire is to profit from treating people's misery might be a start. -- NP: "It's Genesis, Bitch" - Britney Spears