An American Sickness An American Sickness Elisabeth Rosenthal

An American Sickness

Understanding How Profit Overtook Patient Care and Strategies for Fighting Back

by Elisabeth Rosenthal

★ 4.3 25 min read

About This Book

Published in 2017, this examination reveals the inner workings of America's healthcare industry and identifies where things went wrong. As profit-driven enterprises replaced charitable institutions, the system became increasingly broken. The book offers practical guidance on managing medical expenses and avoiding exploitation by profit-hungry hospitals and prescription-happy physicians.

Who Should Read This?

  • Americans concerned about healthcare costs and quality
  • Healthcare professionals and insurance workers seeking industry perspective
  • Anyone looking to reduce their medical expenses
  • People trying to understand the U.S. healthcare debate
  • Individuals facing high medical bills or insurance challenges

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