Poverty and the myths of health care reform /

In this work, the accomplished Dr. Richard Cooper (1936-2016) offers findings from his research surrounding poverty and the utilization of medical resources. The most significant element from this research is the data that supports the premise that the poor require more health care services, which ultimately increases the cost of medical care. Another colossal finding, he suggests, is that new health care reform policy can place a large hindrance on those medical providers who assist poor individuals. This book confirms what most experienced health care providers and professionals currently know, but emphasizes that poverty is the main variable influencing the inefficiency of health care in the United States. At the conclusion of the work, Dr. Cooper offers two solutions that he explains in great detail: eradicate poverty and redesign the health care system. The book contains a comprehensive reference list. It also offers helpful information for every American interested in improving the country's health care system. Summing Up: Recommended. Upper-division undergraduates and above; faculty and professionals. --Sheila Carey Grossman, Fairfield University