an ounce of prevention is better than an ounce of cure

English

Proverb

an ounce of prevention is better than an ounce of cure

1. (rare) Alternative form of an ounce of prevention is better than a pound of cure
   • 2015 July 2, Tim Binsted, “Australians don't trust government or telcos to protect their data: survey”, in Sydney Morning Herald:

     "It is best to come clean," Mr Kendall said. "But an ounce of prevention is better than an ounce of cure."

   • 2016 January 16, “Clear Bush From Vacant Lots”, in The Gleaner:

     Let us clean up beautiful Jamaica. Clean up the issues before the problems gets worse and get out of control. Government, I call on you to save Jamaica now, because an ounce of prevention is better than an ounce of cure.

   • 2017 March 1, Stephen Adams, “Central Texas doctor conducts life-saving flu vaccine research”, in KCEN-TV:

     “It’s very rewarding because you can make an impact at a population level,” Dr. Gaglani said. “An ounce of prevention is better than an ounce of cure.”