> Coming from wealth doesn't hurt but somehow the articles always leave that bit out ...

It's not a "sexy" PR piece if the story reads "Wealthy people get Wealthier", now is it? ;-P

It's always left out, and this I will get bashed again for agreeing. I think what she is doing is great. I sometimes think doctors prescribe medication and just hope for the best? Actually, they do just hope for the best! I know they shy away from any technology that could be used againt them in a malpractice suit. As, to getting better if you are sick--just believing you will get better is so important. Yes, follow doctors orders, and believe you will get better. This effect, called the Placebo Effect is too often left out. I've seen people run to the Internet when they are diagnosed with a disease--and they just get worse. Back on topic--I hope her company helps patients, and brings down the cost of medicine, and not another investment story?

Now that's not necessarily true: http://www.businessweek.com/printer/articles/203578-pikettys...