Less medicine, more health: 7 assumptions that drive too much medical care

Introduction: Our enthusiasm for everything medical

Assumption #1: All risks can be lowered

Assumption #2: It's always better to fix the problem

Assumption #3: Sooner is always better

Assumption #4: It never hurts to get more information

Assumption #5: Action is always better than inaction

Assumption #6: Newer is always better

Assumption #7: It's all about avoiding death

Conclusion: Seeking medical care is not the most important thing you can do for your health.