Worried Sick? the Exaggerated Fear of Physical Illness

The book explores the growing anxiety surrounding health in contemporary society, highlighting the emergence of new diseases such as Legionnaires' disease, Lyme disease, and AIDS. It delves into the challenges posed by these health threats, compounded by the rising costs of medical care and treatments. Through a critical lens, it examines the societal implications of these health crises and the pervasive fear they instill in the public consciousness.