book review: "overdo$ed america"

I recently finished reading "Overdo$ed America: The Broken Promise of American Medicine," by John Abramson, MD. It was originally published in 2004 (softcover version in 2008), but now is a great time to read it because it sheds so much light on why our country is in the middle of a healthcare crisis. I have been aware for some time now that many people are taking medications...but did not realize the extent of underground financial links created by drug companies that affect those who aren't even taking medications. Additionally, it has led to distorted "scientific" information, even in the most well-respected journals. I finished this book in less than a week...it was hard to put it down!