As we look at the statistics, it is obvious that the physical presence of a responsible father plays a pivotal role in the success of the next generation, from emotional health, through education, crime prevention, and financial success.

WHITEHOUSE: Responsible Fatherhood for Future Generations

Some of the costs of prevention are non-financial, such as having to put up with longer security queues at airports, or accepting more scrutiny from the state.

ECONOMIST: The price of prudence

My role in the EGT initiative over the past 4 years has been providing financial literacy, homebuyer education and foreclosure prevention workshop for individuals and families residing in the target area.

WHITEHOUSE: Champions of Change Blog

Financial institutions continue to advance and incorporate fraud prevention and detection measures into their offerings, but the external criminal networks are constantly evolving and banks must balance the potential exposures with consumers demand and expectations.

FORBES: Enlisting Customers in Managing Cyber Fraud Risks

Still, treatment has one financial advantage: "It's basically free in terms of a prevention impact, because we're talking about treating people who need treatment anyway, " said David Barr, a veteran AIDS advocate.

WSJ: AIDS Study Marks Prevention Breakthrough With Antiretroviral Drugs