Sandra McCray, Diane Hartman
Description
If you or someone you love is about to begin a medical "journey," you will do well to take along The Patients' Book as your guide.
These are scary tim
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es for patients. Recent reports and statistics about hospital and drug "mishaps" are alarming. A modest estimate from the National Institute of Medicine shows that nearly 100,000 people die each year from medical errors. Another report indicates that the FDA has "no quality control system" to detect dangerous side effects from prescription drugs.
The Patients' Book was written by two patients who have had extensive experience with hospitals and doctors, and who have spent years talking to doctors and other patients. It is designed to help you to find the best treatments from an imperfect medical system. We give you advice on how to get a diagnosis and what to do after you have it. We show you how to research your illness and how to build your "medical buddy" support team -- both crucial elements in your survival. Real patients' stories will warn you against specific dangers, give you courage, and fill your spirit.
Written in a clear, straightforward style, The Patients' Book is an invaluable resource for patients, their medical buddies, friends, and families.
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