The great leap forward in marketing alternative health: why alternative health practitioners should do more to educate the public.

From: Townsend Letter for Doctors and Patients | Date: February 1, 2005| Author: | Copyright information

"What you cannot avoid, welcome," says an old Chinese proverb. The world would be wise to bear that in mind in its dealings with Alternative Health Care. The integration of this model will have a bigger impact on the world health practices than that of any previous emerging health care system. Fortunately, though, it will be mostly a force for good, boosting overall health and well-being.

Until a few years ago, nobody seemed to care that alternative health care providers were treating millions of consumers. But now, complementary and alternative health services has become one ...

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