This is NOT a game! Plus it's been out since november last year....?? And there's been apps at $999.....so how is this a big deal?
The most expensive game was Jump http://appshopper.com/games/jump-skimmed Feb 09 $999.99 -> $.99 Feb 05 $1.99 -> $999.99
Lexi-COMPLETE It is a medical database by Lexi-Comp. They have a whole line of high priced medical databases. I imagine they have a niche market that will pay what they are asking or they would have had a sale by now. EDIT: A student who qualifies for the student discount can get this for $175.
Medical software is expensive as hell. I work in the industry and your average electronic medical records enabled practice management software suit can run you well over $150,000 plus service contracts which can be thousands of dollars a month depending on the size of your organization. This app is remarkably cheap at $299 for what it does.
For nonprofessionals who are only interested in dabbling, I recommend Medical Calculator. It is hard to find better value in the App Store, considering what this thing does. A handy app to have on hand is Close Call. I don't keep it on my phone. I only use it when I need to update my emergency contact information (ICE.) It also makes it easier for a good Samaritan to return your device, should you lose it. Diagnosaurus DDX provided an interesting read a few weeks ago when I had gastroenteritis. It also tickles me that you can save your "favorite" infections. My favorite of all, however, is First Aid. I love how instructions for assistance are broken down step by step. I update my First Aid ticket every 2 years, but I still keep this on my first page should I need an emergency refresher or coach or in case someone else needs to help me.
American Medical Aid is $2.99.. looks to be comprehensive http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewSoftware?id=303689017&mt=8 "American Medical Aid is the authoritative reference of WHAT TO DO when faced with a medical need, emergency or other wise. American Medical Aid provides detailed how-to instructions and full color illustrations based on the respected standards of the Red Cross and the U. S. National Disaster Medical System. This is the most definitive and extensive reference of any of the aid applications for the iPhone or iPod Touch."
Dave; I have literally tried all of them and I am certain that First Aid is the one you will want in an emergency situation. Some of the others are more detailed or even more comprehensive; but they are all (seemingly) designed for study, rather than field use. The medical profile that American Medical Aid includes might be useful for some. Most of my relevant information is attached to my CareCard and Close Call is best for allergy and emergency contact information. Just my 2 cents.
