Shocking Facts About the Pharmaceutical Industry

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Linda B. — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 22:09:03 GMT

" . . .some of this has an encouraging ring to it, such as shifting the focus from treatment to prevention."

Doc, you're not thinking in Phrma terms. Their idea of prevention is getting people on (hopefully multiple) daily medications, i.e., cholesterol lowering drugs, hormones, etc. They are still only treating symptoms rather than actual causes, but can claim the daily regiment "prevents" fill-in-the-blank.

I remember a neurologist who pitched a daily med to me for prevention of migraines, even though I told him I only get them once or twice a year. He seemed astounded that I didn't want to take a med every single day to prevent a rare instance of headache.

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Turmeric — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 21:42:21 GMT

Direct marketing to the general public is very dangerous. My devastating injuries were a direct result of a letter sent to my home. 'We have a new service for men over 50....' What did the drug company rep (nurse) do when she saw my injuries? She opened the door, and ejected me with a helping hand on my shoulder. The medical world, including my family doctor, turned their backs on me.

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Jen47 — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 14:42:54 GMT

Respectfully I submit this to Healthnmore’s post re: Bellas Mom. God helps those who help themselves (spiritual adage) has long been supposed to be a “Biblical” quote.(not that you claimed it to be such) I affirm that it is NOT in the Christian Bible. Having (studied) read more than one edition from cover to cover every year for the last 25 years (and not as faithfully previous years) I know this for a fact.

We are taught to “trust Him and lean not to our own understanding.”

AND Bellas Mom always seek more information (from all legitimate sources) for your child’s well being and never let anyone dissuade you from doing what you finally believe is right (with intercession to God as your guide) may he bless and keep you and yours always and in all ways. Prayer is our most important resource as Christians and faith is our strongest weapon against the wiles of the evil one.

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Jen47 — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 14:27:15 GMT

Respectfully, to Reverend Alan, the Bible also says that we should not, "tempt the Lord our God or put him to the test" as in deliberately drink poison and expect God to protect us so it looks like we are "so high and mighty".

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Patrick McGean — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 20:57:51 GMT

The minerals of metabolism

Shocking that the greater good has nothing to do with the health of the masses but only the profits for those who believe they deserve such compensation.

Should we be surprised that the companies which comprise PHARMA are interested in only one thing, PROFITS? That is why they are in business.

Should we be surprised that these companies are tied to the chemistry of changing our world to their model?

Linus Pauling had often stated that when properly investigated a mineral deficiency will explain our “modern” diseases. Everything we know on Earth is comprised of 118 elements, naturally occurring elements.

Our access to all of these elements is from we eat, breathe and drink. That is how we feed the cells that continually regenerate to maintain the body human.

Our research has demonstrated that sulfur is necessary for amino acids, proteins and peptides which keep the cell membrane plastic, pliable and capable of transporting oxygen across the membrane. Lack of oxygen or anaerobic metabolism is what Otto Warburg proved as the nature of cancer. Certain virologists also point to anaerobic metabolism as one of the triggers for a virus to search out and replicate in anaerobic cells.

Now the nature of this message is ”the shocking truth about the pharmaceutical industry:” The majority of our Study members no longer take any of the drugs advertised ( with a prescription ) directly to consumers. Could the lack of sulfur in our diets be the key? We think it is especially when someone who had taking meds STOP taking meds for high blood pressure, high blood sugar, gastrointestinal issues, pain of any etiology including Migraines but especially arthritis; depression, ADD and ADHD, and the list goes on including profitable erectile dysfunction drugs. All replaced by a simple sulfur supplement with no adverse side effects. Curious? Or shocking.

We are the Live Blood & Cellular Matrix Study, where do you get your sulfur?

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deborah3 — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 12:55:10 GMT

My son has type 1 diabetes. I am glad I live in a country that spends $10,844 per year per patient, as opposed to $420 per diabetic patient per year. It means my baby can use an insulin pump and try to forget he has this terrible disease. Otherwise he would need shots all day long every day. Now there is a technology out called a continous glucose monitor which will mean he doesn't have to draw blood from his fingers up to 10 times a day to test his blood sugar levels. Please do not suggest that changing his diet can cure him of this terrible disease, you are confusing it with type 2 diabetes, which is a different disease. I know we are over the top in this country with our drugs, but when it comes to diabetes, particularly type 1 diabetes, let my baby have anything he needs and do not begrudge him....

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healthyyouampme — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 22:49:34 GMT

I don't mean to sound skeptical or even cynical, but naturopathic doctors where I live are selling supplements to their patients. As consumers, the ND's patients don't know the nature of their doctor's relationship with a supplement company (if one exists). Some ND's are beginning to offer esoteric and unproven services such as biofeedback systems, and services found in spas like ionic footbaths. Don't get me wrong, I absolutely believe in the premise of alternative medicine. However, what's to stop these practitioners from being wooed by growing nutritional supplement companies and companies selling natural health oriented systems? After all, they are running a business, besides providing a much needed service. How do we know alternative health practitioners (ahp's) aren't subject to brainwashing and persuasiveness? As they are only human, ahp's can be type-cast based on personality: ie friendly, charismatic, etc. Or is the spending mechanism of this industry just not big enough? I haven't been able to find any discussion of this on the internet, although where I live some MD's are making the charge that ND's are "in the pocket" of some nutritional companies .

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Mr. G — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 20:44:55 GMT

I feel like I have got back some control of my budget. In the last year I have cut out blood pressure medication and refused to take cholesteral medication by getting rid of 25 lbs , eliminating sugar and grains. Now with no elevated blood pressure or cholesteral, I am able to take the would be drug money and buy more healthy and organic choices. My doctor really pushes the meds. All of the charts on the walls of the exam rooms are furnished by drug companies for you to ask for the drug for every possible symptom. Eating right saved me about 75.00 per mo. and that amount was only the co-pay after insurance paid the big portion

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Tixona — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 17:05:47 GMT

Don't be mean to people because they do bad things. You being mean just makes more crap in this world. If you need to contact someone higher up about your feelings regarding the drug subject, do it nicely. Be nice to everyone. Even the corporations that may be taking advantage of us. Remember, we are the ones that must remain smart about our own lives. There will always be someone out there trying to take advantage of everyone. Just avoid them, stay healthy and be in control of your own body, mind and actions. And the "herb doc" can preach all he/she wants. Not enough spiritual preaching going on now a days and that's part of the reason the world is messed up. Bring back the religion in our lives and our childrens lives, stay off drugs, prescription or otherwise and be nice to everyone you come in contact with. :)

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emsue — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 23:49:25 GMT

I have been reading your articles for years and this time; this article is too much for even me. I am a pharmaceutical rep with a BS degree and I specialized in chemistry. On Friday I had a discussion with a liberal physician who told me that pharmaceutical companies are a business...a business...and their job is to make money and be profitable. If I owned American Express stock I would expect to make money on my investment and the same is true for ALL public companies. Companies need to report to their share holders and that's who’s most important - not the average person who pays for gas, not the people who shove Big Mac’s in their mouths, not the people who paint lead on toys and not patients who take medications. The truth is that companies have to first look out for their share holders and in the pharmaceutical industries are the same. Some think it's a sad truth, but its how business in America and the world is run.

My job is to bring value when I meet with MD’s and if I don't have anything of value to share I learn something new and relevant...like articles from this website and we discuss the topic. I can say that I'll bet you've never met a real pharmaceutical/biotech rep who knows science. You are a witch doctor who can't consistently and scientifically prove your theories and you push vitamins (I know because I used to sell vitamins). I’ve worked for small vitamin companies in the past and, with all due respect sir, your blog is an avenue for you to share your option with your readers (bring value) and you try to sell your vitamins for a profit. You are in business to make money and your website is your way to market your vitamins. You are no different than the pharmaceutical reps your bad mouthing. You have a double standard. One more item: no pharmaceutical rep is buying gifts for physicians. We would be fired and fined if we did…the OIG (Office of Inspector General) mandates what we can say. I have NO first rights when I talk about my ‘drug.’

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CburgRose — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 23:02:08 GMT

Please, aside from Dr. Mercola, please do a search on Dr. Rowen. He has helped me tremendously with my Type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure. He will tell you exactly what you can do for any number of diseases and all things you may have problems with, including certain foods, etc. I get his emails as well as his newsletters, and have learned so much that I never knew. Between these two doctors, you should have every health help you need.

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saynotoquacks — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 20:43:44 GMT

"The revolution will not be televised. It will be LIVE..." and online!

Thanks Dr. Mercola for fighting for us--great to know we are starting to make waves.

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Doyn — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 16:05:47 GMT

I am an actor. A gig I had once required me to portray a doctor at a convention (in an expensive hotel, no less) for training Pharm reps. In down times/ between sessions, I spoke with some of the trainees, though it was prohibitted. They turned out to be empty nesters, college drop-outs, etc. These are the people telling our doctors what we need?

Furthermore, I find it disheartening for doctors to tell me that I have to be careful of side effects from herbal remedies I am interested in pursuing--I use them regardless. The only side effects I have experienced are good health and happiness.

I had a medical professional actually call me a worry wart because I was concerned about a recurring pain in my right side. I was on a medication with a potential side effect of liver damage. I found online a natural remedy (eat two green apples, a tablespoon of olive oil, and sleep on my right side) that i tried. Since that incident 10 years ago (!), I have not experienced that discomfort--EVER! It seems it was a gall bladder issue.

Our doctors need to explore natural remedies. Historically, that is where pharmaceuticals are derived. Just add poison and you can make billions.

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WMR — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 01:33:32 GMT

My MS Experience

My name is WMR; I am 58 years old, was diagnosed with RRMS in 1998, and upgraded to Secondary Progressive in 2002. My chief symptoms are (were) extreme mixed sleep apnea, COPD, inability to walk, total deafness in my left ear, and inability to concentrate for any period of time. I have been treated with Avonex, Copaxone, and Rebif of the ABCR drugs, chemotherapy (Cytoxan, plasma exchange, as well as many, many sessions of IV steroids (Solumedrol). As of June, 2005, I was on oxygen 24/7, wheelchair bound, having a flair of my MS on an average of once a month, and doctors had told me that my breathing difficulties, caused by the MS, would ultimately result in my demise. Two of the top neurologists in Birmingham consulted and agreed that, while continuing on Rebif, I should begin taking a week of IV steroids every three months, regardless of my condition. I did not feel that the steroids were offering enough positive results any longer, and I did not want to take any more. I asked if they would mind my getting an alternate opinion from another neurologist. They agreed.

My new neurologist reran all of the standard MS tests, including MRIs. After studying the results, she suggested I stay on the Rebif and see what the next two months showed with regard to flares or episodes, then to probably go back on chemotherapy. I asked her, at that time, if she would prescribe a drug LDN (Low Dose Naltrexone), for me. I had read a great deal about it and talked to a number of MS sufferers who had improved with the use of LDN, a medication that is FDA approved as a treatment for Heroin addiction and alcoholism. She said she had never prescribed it but had also read a lot about it. She agreed to prescribe it.

I began, around the first of July, 2005, with 1.5 Mg per day for the first week, then increased to 3.0 Mg from then, on. I also stopped taking the Rebif at that time. I now walk without assistance and breathe without the the oxygen tank; have been for over t