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Why health care costs so much, number 76301
[usatoday.com]

Upselling customers on high-tech breast cancer screenings is just one way the 3D mammography industry aggressively promotes its product.

A KHN investigation found that manufacturers, hospitals, doctors and some patient advocates have put their marketing muscle – and millions of dollars – behind 3D mammograms. The juggernaut has left many women feeling pressured to undergo screenings, which, according to the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, haven’t been shown to be more effective than traditional mammograms.

MarkiusMahamius 7 Oct 18
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But...but...but...INSURANCE COMPANIES!!!

1of5 Level 8 Oct 19, 2019
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I’m taking cost-effectiveness analysis in healthcare right now. It’s SUPER boring. But this is a good example of why it’s needed.

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