Book description
The inside story of how Big Pharma's relentless pursuit of ever-higher profits corrupts medical knowledge--misleading doctors, misdirecting American health care, and harming our health.The United States spends an excess $1.5 trillion annually on health care compared to other wealthy countries--yet the amount of time that Americans live in good health ranks a lowly 68th in the world. At the heart of the problem is Big Pharma, which funds most clinical trials and therefore controls the research agenda, withholds the real data from those trials as corporate secrets, and shapes most of the information relied upon by health care professionals.In this no-holds-barred exposé, Dr. John Abramson--one of the foremost experts on the drug industry's deceptive tactics--combines patient stories with what he learned during many years of serving as an expert in national drug litigation to reveal the tangled web of financial interests at the heart of the dysfunction in our health-care system. For example, one of pharma's best-kept secrets is that the peer reviewers charged with ensuring the accuracy and completeness of the clinical trial reports published in medical journals do not even have access to complete data and must rely on manufacturer-influenced summaries. Likewise for the experts who write the clinical practice guidelines that define our standards of care.The result of years of research and privileged access to the inner workings of the U.S. medical-industrial complex, Sickening shines a light on the dark underbelly of American health care--and presents a path toward genuine reform.
Wildcat Appaloosa
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Twinkle
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Athens Fire
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Sidewalk Enforcer
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Phoenix Tetra
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Phoenix Sparrow
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun and unique feature I can't get enough of. No more carrying heavy books – this app has transformed my reading habits. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a blast. AirDrop makes it seamless.
Trick Baron
This app has turned my cooking sessions into culinary adventures with a side of stories. As an audiobook aficionado, this app is a dream come true. Its support for various formats and effortless navigation make it my perfect reading companion. 🌟🎧 Adjusting the tone of the voice is so innovative. It's like personalizing the narration. Flawless support for various audio formats. Highly satisfied. Not bad, but not amazing either. The narrator’s voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldn’t necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre.
Goatee Shield
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Bowler
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Burn
I love how ListenBook caters to various formats, making it versatile and accommodating for all my audiobooks. I'm amazed at how this app's features cater to audiobook enthusiasts' every need.
CirrusFlash
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Spunky Chick
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Delicious Wing
Being able to download audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. Finally, an app that lets me organize my audiobooks effortlessly. The library organization and book groups feature make navigation a breeze. The speed adjustment feature is my secret weapon for studying complex materials. ListenBook has become my workout companion. It keeps me engaged and entertained during exercise. ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length feature is fantastic.
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CosPlatoon
The diverse range of narrators adds a new layer of depth to each story. ListenBook's powerful audio downloading features are a game-changer – I can have my audiobooks ready in no time.
Tin Fox
ListenBook has brought a whole new level of convenience and enjoyment to my audiobook experience. The ability to adjust playback speed and volume is a game-changer for me. Noise reduction and tone changing are awesome features. Downloading audiobooks over WiFi is super easy. Saves time. ListenBook’s playback is smooth and reliable. I never have issues with audio quality.
Pocket Mazda
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a fantastic addition that enhances my audio experience. ListenBook Pro has taken my audiobook experience to the next level. No regrets! Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique touch – it's like having a personalized reading.
Mr. Alien
Audiobooks have become my go-to gift for friends – and they all love it! Kudos to ListenBook for optimizing the app for iOS 16 – it shows their dedication to excellence. This was an adequate audiobook for casual listening. The narrator maintained a consistent pace and clear diction throughout, though their performance lacked some emotional range. The audio quality was fine with no significant technical distractions.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience