October 28, 2015 Complementary, alternative medicine common with autism Many families that have children with an autism spectrum disorder or other developmental disability use complementary and alternative treatments, according to a new study.
October 28, 2015 Giving pricey hepatitis drug to prisoners may be financially wise Using expensive new antivirals to treat hepatitis C in prisoners makes fiscal sense, a new paper says.
October 28, 2015 Herb supplements are the most common complementary medicine in US Herbs and other dietary supplements besides vitamins are the most commonly used type of "complementary medicine" (also called alternative medicine) in the United States, followed by visits to chiropractors, yoga and massage, a new report finds.
October 28, 2015 Cancer fighters derived from nature In the war against cancer, nature plays a big role in treatment. Today, research into new forms of cancer treatment is ongoing with extracts of sea creatures from coral reefs, toxins from scorpions, and many other natural substances.
October 28, 2015 Oregano shown to effectively destroy prostate cancer cells Oregano has long since been a popular seasonal herb for various pizza and pasta dishes, as well as a powerful antioxidant. But its benefits may extend beyond just enhancing flavor and fighting bacteria: An ingredient in the spice may actually kill prostate cancer cells
October 28, 2015 California wildfires: Can burning marijuana fields get you high? Recent wildfires in Northern California have consumed tens of thousands of acres in the past several weeks.
October 28, 2015 Calcium, vitamin D pills don't prevent colon growths, study says A major study finds that taking calcium or Vitamin D pills does not help prevent growths that can lead to colon cancer in people who have had at least one in the past.
October 28, 2015 India gets minister for yoga and traditional medicine India has set up a ministry to promote alternative therapies such as yoga and traditional ayurveda medicine, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarks on a mission to raise awareness and the appeal of home-grown health treatments.
October 28, 2015 Deer antler velvet: Miracle health enhancer or disappointing dud? A favored medicine in the ancient Traditional Chinese Medicine system, deer antler velvet is considered a first-class tonic that imbues the user with energy, stamina and greater overall vitality. But does it actually provide the health-enhancing qualities marketers say it does?
October 28, 2015 Chiropractic care may ease back-related leg pain People with leg pain related to back problems had more short-term relief if they received chiropractic care along with exercise and advice, rather than exercise and advice alone, a new study has found.
