Israel Journal of Health Policy Research (Feb 2012)
Complementary alternative health care in Israel and the western world
Abstract
Abstract Complementary alternative health care presents fascinating challenges and opportunities for health policy and research - from issues of definition to training and licensing, to insurance reimbursement and evidence regarding clinical efficacy and outcomes. Complementary alternative health care is utilized by a substantial proportion of the population both now and likely in the future and requires serious health policy consideration. This is a commentary on http://www.ijhpr.org/content/1/1/7/.