We often hear the phrase "prevention is better than cure" but what does it truly mean? Preventive care is important for our health and well-being, as it can help us avoid or reduce the risk of many serious and life-threatening diseases, such as heart disease, stroke, cancer, and diabetes. Preventive care can also help us save money and time, as it reduces the need for more expensive and invasive treatments and procedures in the future. Abdukarim Boltaboev, a junior medical student at Central Asian University. Completed a summer medical internship program in Zambia and regularly attended and participated in medical conferences and workshops. Aspiring to specialize in cardiosurgery. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx