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The current state of CAM research
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Source: Focus on Alternative and Complementary Therapies - February 29, 2016 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Edzard Ernst Tags: Editorial Source Type: research

Acupuncture in Australia
Abstract Acupuncture is one of the most commonly accepted forms of alternative therapy in Australia. We have hypothesised that a 2002 World Health Organization (WHO) report on acupuncture, which listed over 90 diseases for which acupuncture may be indicated, but was subsequently withdrawn in 2014, could be contributing to the rise in the popularity of acupuncture. We have determined the prevalence of Australian acupuncturists' websites citing the withdrawn WHO acupuncture report. (Source: Focus on Alternative and Complementary Therapies)
Source: Focus on Alternative and Complementary Therapies - December 1, 2015 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Jack O'Sullivan, Chris Del Mar, Alex Barnes, Loretta J Marron Tags: Perspective Source Type: research

Facial nerve paralysis grade V managed with combined medical and alternative therapy: a case report with literature review
ConclusionIn spite of the current debate regarding the application of alternative therapies in treating patients with medical conditions, this 23‐year old woman with FNPV recovered significantly after 3 months’ treatment using a combination of medical and alternative therapies. We conclude that offering alternative therapy, specifically wet cupping, or Hijama, in treating difficult medical conditions like FNPV can aid in the complete recovery of the condition. (Source: Focus on Alternative and Complementary Therapies)
Source: Focus on Alternative and Complementary Therapies - December 1, 2015 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Olfat Abouzeid Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Journalists' attitudes towards homeopathy: survey data from Germany
ConclusionBecause journalists act as the ‘gatekeepers' of evidence‐based scientific knowledge, targeted scholarly attention on journalists' attitudes is important. A thorough understanding of journalists' attitudes may contribute to a better dissemination of evidence‐based scientific knowledge to the wider public. This may ultimately contribute to better‐informed patients who make their health decisions by considering evidence‐based knowledge instead of widely shared myths. (Source: Focus on Alternative and Complementary Therapies)
Source: Focus on Alternative and Complementary Therapies - November 30, 2015 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Florian Arendt Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

The effectiveness of inhaled ginger essential oil in improving dietary intake in breast‐cancer patients experiencing chemotherapy‐induced nausea and vomiting
ConclusionThe use of inhaled ginger EO for CINV could possibly help patients resume their dietary intake. This complementary treatment was also favourably received by the participating women. (Source: Focus on Alternative and Complementary Therapies)
Source: Focus on Alternative and Complementary Therapies - November 30, 2015 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Noor Salihah, Nik Mazlan, Pei Lin Lua Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Glossary
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Source: Focus on Alternative and Complementary Therapies - November 24, 2015 Category: Complementary Medicine Tags: Glossary Source Type: research

Effectiveness and safety of red yeast rice for lowering blood cholesterol
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Source: Focus on Alternative and Complementary Therapies - November 24, 2015 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: S Chrubasik‐Hausmann, MC Gerards, VE Gerdes Tags: Summaries and Commentaries Source Type: research

Does red yeast rice and olive extract reduce cardiovascular risk in metabolic syndrome?
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Source: Focus on Alternative and Complementary Therapies - November 24, 2015 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: M Johannsson Tags: Summaries and Commentaries Source Type: research

Jollab, a well‐known traditional beverage as a remedy for functional dyspepsia
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Source: Focus on Alternative and Complementary Therapies - November 24, 2015 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: AM Al Bedah, M Pasalar Tags: Summaries and Commentaries Source Type: research

Lack of evidence for the efficacy of CAMs when substituted for lifestyle modification (increased physical activity, reduced caloric intake) in weight loss
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Source: Focus on Alternative and Complementary Therapies - November 24, 2015 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: RA Dunlop Tags: Summaries and Commentaries Source Type: research

Massage for chronic neck pain
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Source: Focus on Alternative and Complementary Therapies - November 24, 2015 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: PH Long Tags: Summaries and Commentaries Source Type: research

Potentially useful study of transcendental meditation fails to impress because of poor methodology
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Source: Focus on Alternative and Complementary Therapies - November 24, 2015 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: M Vagg, MJ Leach Tags: Summaries and Commentaries Source Type: research

Honey has potential uses in patients with chronic kidney disease but few studies have been undertaken
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Source: Focus on Alternative and Complementary Therapies - November 24, 2015 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: S Holt, DW Johnson Tags: Summaries and Commentaries Source Type: research

A large‐scale survey of adverse events experienced in yoga classes
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Source: Focus on Alternative and Complementary Therapies - November 24, 2015 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: MR Gudavalli Tags: Summaries and Commentaries Source Type: research

The mushroom extract polysaccharide K (PSK) is a promising adjuvant cancer therapy
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Source: Focus on Alternative and Complementary Therapies - November 24, 2015 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: S Holt Tags: Summaries and Commentaries Source Type: research