The Truth About the Drug Companies: How They Deceive Us and What to Do About It
The Truth About the Drug Companies: How They Deceive Us and What to Do About It
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2005
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2005319
Book • Nonfiction
United States • 2000s
2005
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In The Truth About the Drug Companies: How They Deceive Us and What to Do About It, Marcia Angell examines how pharmaceutical companies prioritize profits over patient care. The book explores industry practices such as inflated drug prices, strategic marketing to influence healthcare professionals, and lobbying efforts that impact regulations, advocating for reforms to prioritize patient well-being.
Informative
Challenging
Unnerving
Dark
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Review Roundup
Marcia Angell's The Truth About the Drug Companies offers a critical look at the pharmaceutical industry's practices. Reviewers commend its thorough research and clarity, though some argue it lacks balance, presenting a predominantly negative view. The book's call for reform is seen as pressing, but not all agree on the feasibility of the proposed solutions.
Who Should Read The Truth About the Drug Companies: How They Deceive Us and What to Do About It?
A reader interested in The Truth About the Drug Companies likely seeks insight into the pharmaceutical industry's ethics and practices. Comparable to John Abramson's Overdosed America, this book attracts those curious about healthcare reform, corporate influence, and consumer advocacy within the medical field.
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Book • Nonfiction
United States • 2000s
2005
Adult
18+ years
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