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A study by researchers at the University of Oxford and Exeter University found that general practices in England with the worst prescribing quality scores are 2.1 times more likely to prescribe homeopathy than those with the best scores. Poor prescribing performance is strongly associated with homeopathy use, but not with patient outco...
Dr. Matthew Stanbrook argues that Health Canada's proposed changes are a step forward but need further action to protect consumers. The new regulations aim to hold nonprescription drugs and natural health products to the same standards, but direct evidence is needed to determine risk.
A comprehensive review of homeopathy in livestock found that many clinical trials have methodological limitations, making it difficult to draw conclusions about its effectiveness. The review suggests that more research is needed to fully understand the potential benefits and risks of using homeopathy in food-producing animals.
A survey of Americans' use of homeopathic medicines found that they are primarily used for common self-limited conditions such as the common cold or back pain. Homeopathy users tend to be more likely to use complementary and integrative medicine modalities, and report finding these products helpful in addressing their health problems.
Peter Fisher argues that homeopathy is misunderstood and that some reviews have omitted key evidence, while Edzard Ernst claims that most independent systematic reviews have failed to show homeopathy's effectiveness due to methodological flaws.
Two experts denounce clinical trials of highly implausible treatments, citing dubious science and lack of evidence. They advocate for science-based medicine, urging patients to exercise critical thinking when evaluating treatment options.
A study published in Neurology found that nearly 40% of brain tumor patients use alternative therapies, including homeopathic remedies and vitamin supplements. Younger people, women, and those with more education were more likely to use these treatments, which they often sought to add benefits to conventional care.
Researchers found that homeopathic consultations can significantly reduce symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis when combined with conventional treatment. The benefits were attributed to the consultation process, not the remedies used.
A two-part special issue published in the journal Homeopathy explores experiments on homeopathic treatments using biological models, including whole animals and plants, cell cultures, and enzymes. The study found that seven different biological models of high dilution response yielded consistently positive results.
Researchers have found that marigold therapy can clear or greatly reduce the number and size of plantar warts in four to six sessions, even in HIV-positive patients who are harder to treat. The therapy uses extracts from several types of marigold plants and has been used for nearly 30 years in the UK to treat various foot issues.
Homoeopathy faces growing opposition in the UK, where it is criticized for its lack of scientific evidence and promotion of ineffective treatments. Despite this, the practice remains popular with the public, with an estimated £38 million market value in 2007.
Scientists from around the world present convergent views on the 'memory of water' concept, which suggests that water can display memory effects. Researchers found large-scale structural changes in liquid water, potentially accounting for claims of memory of water effects.
A study of nearly two million patients found that 60% of Scottish surgeries prescribed homeopathic or herbal remedies, with children under 16 being particularly targeted. The researchers call for a critical review of this trend, highlighting the lack of scientific evidence supporting these therapies.
Researchers at University of Kalyani discovered that homeopathic remedy Arsenicum Album can reduce liver damage in mice with arsenic poisoning. The treatment showed positive effects in both low and high doses, suggesting its potential to address the global health issue of arsenic contamination.