Unhealthy Politics: The Battle over Evidence-Based Medicine

Unhealthy Politics is a groundbreaking book that exposes the deep-seated political divisions hindering evidence-based medicine in the US.

The authors, all political scientists, provide a comprehensive analysis of how partisanship, polarization, and medical authority stand in the way of effective healthcare reform.

With a new preface by the authors, this book offers vital insights into the limitations of science, expertise, and professionalism in American politics. The book sheds light on why the government's response to the troubling situation has been inadequate and why efforts to improve the evidence base of US medicine continue to face political controversy.

The authors paint a portrait of a medical industry with vast influence over treatment adoption, while the public is burdened by rising healthcare costs and fearful of going against "doctor's orders." Unhealthy Politics is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the complex relationships among physicians, medical societies, the public, and politicians.

With its winning of prestigious awards, this book offers a compelling argument for why evidence-based medicine is essential to improving healthcare outcomes in the US.