Do you comprehend the need for research?

I heard yesterday on the news; that Scientist say we may have a cure for Cancer in the next ten years.
I have an Autistic Son and I have been hearing about research that could cure him his whole life. He is nineteen.
I think we have made much progress over the last decade. The potential for cures for many incurable diseases is there.
Do you agree that not helping suffering Humans is immoral ?