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Protocol of randomized controlled trial of potentized estrogen in homeopathic treatment of chronic pelvic pain associated with endometriosis.
DISCUSSION: The present study was approved by the research ethics committee of HCFMUSP and the results are expected in 2016. TRIAL REGISTRATION: ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT02427386. PMID: 27473545 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Homeopathy - July 31, 2016 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Teixeira MZ, Podgaec S, Baracat EC Tags: Homeopathy Source Type: research

Re-analysis of survival data of cancer patients utilizing additive homeopathy.
In conclusion, bearing in mind all limitations, the results of this retrospective study suggest that patients with advanced stages of cancer might benefit from additional homeopathic treatment until a survival time of up to 12 months after diagnosis. PMID: 27515878 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Complementary Therapies in Medicine - July 31, 2016 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Gleiss A, Frass M, Gaertner K Tags: Complement Ther Med Source Type: research

Polish physicians' attitudes to complementary and alternative medicine.
CONCLUSION: Given the views held by doctors that the training and activities of CAM therapists should be regulated by the Chamber of Physicians and Dentists, the integration of CAM into medical curriculum and the Polish public healthcare does not yet seem feasible. There is a need for a public debate about CAM and a legal framework regulating practice of CAM in Poland. PMID: 27515876 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Complementary Therapies in Medicine - July 31, 2016 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Olchowska-Kotala A, Barański J Tags: Complement Ther Med Source Type: research

Homeopathy and cancer
Bradley Viner, the RCVS President, comments: As the regulator of the veterinary profession, we emphasise the importance of evidence-based veterinary medicine. We recommend that there should therefore be a cautious approach to homeopathy for animals and that normal evidential standards be applied to complementary treatments. We believe it is also essential that such treatments, until they can be proved, are complementary rather than ‘alternative’ and that they are therefore used alongside conventional treatment. However, whatever views there may be within the veterinary profession, it is clear that there is a de...
Source: Veterinary Record - July 14, 2016 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Viner, B. Tags: Letter Source Type: research

Individualized Homeopathy: A Consideration of Its Relationship to Psychotherapy
The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine , Vol. 0, No. 0.
Source: The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine - June 9, 2016 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Jonathan Davidson Wayne Jonas Source Type: research

Publication and outcome reporting of homeopathy trials registered in ClinicalTrials.gov
ConclusionsOf all homeopathy trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov, only 46% appear to have published within 2 years of completion, of which a quarter altered their primary endpoint. Further research is warranted on the nature and reasons for non‐publication.
Source: Focus on Alternative and Complementary Therapies - May 31, 2016 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Elizabeth T Thomas, Justin Clark, Paul Glasziou Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Adverse effects of homeopathy, what do we know? A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
CONCLUSION: Adverse effects including the concept of homeopathic aggravations are commonly reported in trials. The meta-analysis demonstrated that the proportion of patients experiencing adverse effects to be similar for patients randomized to homeopathic treatment compared to patients randomized to placebo and conventional medicine. PMID: 27261996 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Complementary Therapies in Medicine - May 31, 2016 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Stub T, Musial F, Kristoffersen AA, Alræk T, Liu J Tags: Complement Ther Med Source Type: research

Use of complementary and alternative medicine by pediatric oncology patients during palliative care
Conclusions The study provides information about usage of CAM in children suffering from cancer during the palliative phase of the disease. Further research is required to investigate benefits, potential adverse effects, and the potential efficacy of CAM in this population.
Source: Supportive Care in Cancer - May 25, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research

Arnica montana effects on gene expression in a human macrophage cell line. Evaluation by quantitative Real-Time PCR.
CONCLUSIONS: This exploratory study provides new insights into the cellular and molecular mechanisms of action of A. montana as a promoter of healing, since some of the genes it modifies are key regulators of tissue remodelling, inflammation and chemotaxis. PMID: 27211321 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Homeopathy - April 30, 2016 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Olioso D, Marzotto M, Bonafini C, Brizzi M, Bellavite P Tags: Homeopathy Source Type: research

Attitudes, Knowledge, Use, and Recommendation of Complementary and Alternative Medicine by Health Professionals in Western Mexico
Conclusions We observed a high rate of Mexican health professionals that had ever used CAM, and they had mainly used homeopathy, massage therapy, and herbal medicine. However, the recommendation rate of CAM by Mexican physicians was significantly lower than that in other countries, which is probably due to the lack of CAM training in most Mexican medical schools.
Source: EXPLORE: The Journal of Science and Healing - April 18, 2016 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Pilot Study on the Homeopathic Treatment of Binge Eating in Males.
Conclusions • This small study showed the potential benefits of individualized homeopathic treatment of binge eating in males, decreasing both the frequency and severity of binging episodes. Follow-up studies are recommended to explore this treatment modality as a complementary therapeutic option in eating disorders characterized by binge eating. PMID: 27089525 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine - March 31, 2016 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: van Heerden HJ, Razlog R, Pellow J Tags: Altern Ther Health Med Source Type: research

Attitudes, knowledge, use and recommendation of complementary and alternative medicine by health professionals in western Mexico
Conclusions We observed a high rate of Mexican health professionals that had ever used CAM, and they had mainly used homeopathy, massage therapy and herbal medicine. However, the recommendation rate of CAM by Mexican physicians was significantly lower than that in other countries, which is probably due to the lack of CAM training in most Mexican medical schools.
Source: EXPLORE: The Journal of Science and Healing - March 8, 2016 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Parental Vaccine Hesitancy in Quebec (Canada)
This study aims to contribute to the ongoing reflections on tools and indicators of vaccine hesitancy by providing results of a survey on knowledge, attitudes and beliefs (KAB) of parents in Quebec (Canada). We have compared KAB of parents according to: 1) self-reported vaccination status of their child and 2) hesitation during the vaccination decision. Methods Data were collected through the 2014 Quebec study on vaccination against seasonal influenza and pneumococcal infections, a biennial repeated cross-sectional study in the province of Quebec, Canada. This paper presents the results pertaining to parents’ KAB about ...
Source: PLOS Currents Outbreaks - March 7, 2016 Category: Epidemiology Authors: evedube Source Type: research

Contemporary Homeopathy in Italy
Homoeopathic Links 2016; 29: 009-011DOI: 10.1055/s-0036-1579581Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is quite popular in Italy, and Homeopathy is the most representative one. In this article we describe people who resort to homeopathy, Italian legislation about health and homeopathic practice and the specialist educational path of medical doctors, odontologists, vets and pharmacists.[...]Thieme Medical and Scientific Publishers Private Limited. Article in Thieme eJournals:Table of contents  |  Abstract  |  Full text
Source: Homoeopathic Links - March 6, 2016 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Italiano, MaurizioDelucchi, Monica Tags: History: Homeopathy around the Globe Source Type: research