Complementary Medicine

Top of the page Complementary Medicine What is complementary medicine? Complementary medicine is treatment and medicine that you use in addition to your doctor’s standard care. (The word “complementary” means “in addition to.”) It includes mind and body practices like acupuncture, natural health products like dietary supplements, and alternative health approaches like traditional Chinese medicine… Read More »

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Complementary Medicine

What is complementary medicine?

Complementary medicine is treatment and medicine that you use in addition to your doctor’s standard care. (The word “complementary” means “in addition to.”) It includes mind and body practices like acupuncture, natural health products like dietary supplements, and alternative health approaches like traditional Chinese medicine and homeopathy.

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