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Keeping It Real: Conversations with Jillian Michaels

Who's Getting Rich Off U.S. Healthcare? The Corruption Behind Why Medical Bills And Drug Costs Keep Skyrocketing

Sep 16, 2024
Brigham Buhler, a healthcare industry insider, uncovers the alarming corruption permeating U.S. healthcare. He reveals how pharmaceutical companies inflate drug prices for kickbacks and how insurance giants prioritize profit, often denying essential care. The shocking reality of misdiagnoses and prescription misuse is explored, emphasizing the need for preventive health measures. Buhler also discusses the vital role of personal accountability in health management and critiques the system's focus on corporate interests over patient welfare.
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  • The podcast reveals how insurance companies prioritize profits over patient care, denying essential services to cut costs.
  • Brigham Buhler discusses the corrupt practices of pharmaceutical companies in inflating drug prices for kickbacks, affecting healthcare accessibility.

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