Complementary alternative health care in Israel and the western world

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/.