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http://www.philly.com/mld/inquirer/news/magazine/daily/12442205.htm
A Harvard study released in January found that 35 percent of Americans had
used some form of alternative healing. The National Center for Complementary
and Alternative Medicine, part of the National Institutes of Health, found
that more Americans were using yoga, meditation, herbs, special diets and
other methods.
If the number who believe in the healing power of prayer is added, the study
shows, close to two-thirds of Americans have sought something other than
doctors and medicine to treat physical ills.
"People are not happy with Western medical treatment and are seeking
alternatives," said Babette Galang, complementary health officer ....."
A Harvard study released in January found that 35 percent of Americans had
used some form of alternative healing. The National Center for Complementary
and Alternative Medicine, part of the National Institutes of Health, found
that more Americans were using yoga, meditation, herbs, special diets and
other methods.
If the number who believe in the healing power of prayer is added, the study
shows, close to two-thirds of Americans have sought something other than
doctors and medicine to treat physical ills.
"People are not happy with Western medical treatment and are seeking
alternatives," said Babette Galang, complementary health officer ....."