Health care in the United States and around the world is heading for dramatic change, fueled by demographic and socioeconomic megatrends that are rapidly reshaping our attitudes, beliefs and policies. In Health Politics: Power, Populism and Health, Mike Magee, MD, offers 76 essays examining the hidden stories and emerging trends behind some of our most pressing health care topics - from obesity and SARS to stem cell research and HIV testing.

Placing health in context --Risk management -- Infectious diseases -- Chronic diseases -- Fear, violence, and safety -- Caring for seniors -- End-of-life care -- Science and society -- Improving health care value.