Quote by Aneurin Bevan

I would rather be kept alive in the efficient if cold altruism of a large hospital than expire in a gush of warm sympathy in a small one.

I would rather be kept alive in the efficient if cold altrui

Summary

This quote suggests a preference for receiving medical care and support in a large, efficient hospital rather than a small one. It highlights the importance of practicality and effectiveness over emotional comfort and compassion. The speaker implies that quality care and survival should override personal connections or warmth in such a critical circumstance. It reflects a perspective that prioritizes the rationality and expertise of a larger healthcare system, even if it lacks the emotional touch of a smaller setting.

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By Aneurin Bevan

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