Albert Sabin

Last words reflection: I leave a world freer from polio's shadow.

The only real security a man can have in this world is a reserve of knowledge, experience, and ability.

Science is a human endeavor, and like all human endeavors, it is subject to error. But it is also capable of self-correction.

The greatest satisfaction in life is to be able to use your knowledge and skills to help others.

Polio is a disease that can be eradicated. We have the tools, we have the knowledge, and we have the will.

The ultimate goal of medical research is not just to cure diseases, but to prevent them.

There is no greater joy than to see a child walk again after being paralyzed by polio.

The oral polio vaccine is a living vaccine, and it is therefore capable of spreading immunity to others.

The fight against infectious diseases is a global fight, and it requires global cooperation.

The most important thing in science is to ask the right questions.

We must never forget that behind every disease there is a human being suffering.

The development of a vaccine is not the end of the story, but the beginning of a new chapter in public health.

The greatest challenge in medicine is to translate scientific discoveries into practical solutions for human health.

Hope is a powerful medicine.

The future of medicine lies in prevention.

To conquer a disease, you must first understand it.

The pursuit of knowledge is a lifelong journey.

Every child deserves a life free from preventable diseases.

The scientific method is our most powerful tool for understanding the world around us.

Collaboration is key to solving complex problems in science and medicine.