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The Paradox of Healthcare Spending
This chapter critically examines the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries, focusing on the contradiction of rising health expenditures while public health deteriorates. It reveals systemic issues, such as the prioritization of symptom treatment over root causes and the conflicts of interest among stakeholders, including pharmaceutical companies and healthcare providers. The discussion also highlights the impact of biased medical research and the influence of philanthropic organizations on journalism, emphasizing the need for transparency and integrity in healthcare.