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The Cost of Being Sick [Paperback]

Nicholas J. Webb (Author)
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June 1, 2003
Healthcare futurist and medical product inventor Nicholas J. Webb, explores seven key predictions regarding the future—and the reality—of America’s current health care system. Based on current studies, The Cost of Being Sick follows today’s trends to their logical finales.

Avoiding this imminent crash, however, can be done. With health benefits slipping while the cost of treatments continues to escalate all in the face of poor health routines that feed the disease process, there is only one possible course of action. Each of us must accept the responsibility for our own health—not only for ourselves, but for our children as well.

And here’s the silver-lining: Not only does The Cost of Being Sick expose the cause of our failing health-care system, but it also presents the cure. And the cure promises more than just relief from the problems we are facing. This cure also promises a better lifestyle and a strengthened financial position.

So what exactly is "the cost of being sick?" The price is more than you will want to pay—but it is a bill you can avoid.


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About the Author

Healthcare Futurist, Nicholas J. Webb has served as the CEO of several medical companies including: Micro Dynamics Medical and SunMedica, Inc. he is one of the founding Partners of Nupak Medical Manufacturing and Talon Medical, additionally he is a Certified Management Consultant and a successful inventor. In fact Nick has just been awarded his twenty-seventh medical product patent from the US Patent and Trademark office.

He is the inventor of the FlexPlug ophthalmic implant, one of the smallest human implants for the treatment of ocular surface disease. His KidMatch product is used by hospitals all over the country to ensure newborns are not switched at birth. He has also invented a wide array of Pharmacology Compliance Devices and micro-surgical instruments.

He and his inventions have been featured on several national television shows, programs including "Nightline" NBC, ABC and "The Leeza Show."


Product Details

  • Paperback: 126 pages
  • Publisher: Sound Concepts (June 1, 2003)
  • ISBN-10: 1887938974
  • ISBN-13: 978-1887938976
  • Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.2 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #238,357 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

 

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5.0 out of 5 stars A Wake-Up Call for All Type A's and Couch Potatoes, September 10, 2003
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I heard Nicholas J. Webb speak on August 30, 2003. His message is compelling. No more free rides on our health care system - it's on it way out. Be responsible or be vulnerable to the "bottom line" mentality of a broken health care system.
I'm ordering extra copies to get the word out to my family, friends and business associates.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Should be a must read for everyone, September 27, 2008
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If you have any doubts that big pharma is NOT looking out for you... read this.
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5.0 out of 5 stars From a "Medical System Insider"..., October 21, 2005
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Faye E. Mclain RN (Scottsdale, AZ USA) - See all my reviews
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I was riveted to this book. Mr Webb is highly qualified as an insider hospital administrator and inventor. He has, at the time of writing the book, 27 US patents for medical equipment - including the nursery ID bracelet which plays the right song when matched to the Mother. His observations are valid, and his healthcare insurance predictions are already coming to pass. The book is eye opening and appeals on several levels, but his health status comparison between he and his twin brother (with their opposite lifestyles) is very convincing. The book is in a good-sized print, and is not so long as to be overwhelming to a "non-reader".
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