An American Sickness by Elisabeth Rosenthal
How Healthcare Became Big Business and How You Can Take It Back
This compelling exposé delves into the intricacies of the American healthcare system, unraveling how it has evolved into a profit-driven industry that often prioritizes financial gain over patient care. Through a series of eye-opening anecdotes and meticulous research, the book highlights the systemic issues that lead to exorbitant costs, inefficiencies, and inequities in healthcare delivery. It offers a critical examination of the roles played by various stakeholders, including insurance companies, hospitals, and pharmaceutical firms, while also providing practical insights and potential solutions for reforming the system to better serve the needs of patients.
- Published
- 2017
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 320-400
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
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