The American Cancer Society's Guide to Complementary and Alternative Cancer Methods was written to help the public, the consumer, and patients, and their families understand what works, what's dangerous, and how best to evaluate the hundreds of claims that can be found on the Internet and in the popular press. Each entry is researched and based on scientific evidence. Possible problems or complications are identified and clearly highlighted for easy reference.-- Hundreds of entries covering a broad range, such as herbs, vitamins, minerals, diet, manual healing, and biological methods written in clear, understandable language
-- Thorough review and evaluation of each method by experts in the field
-- Current trends, safety and regulatory issues, insurance coverage, and ACS guidelines for using complementary and alternative methods
-- Encyclopedic-type format to facilitate readability and quick reference
-- Comprehensive resource guide
Language
English
Pages
438
Format
Paperback
Publisher
American Cancer Society
Release
September 15, 2000
ISBN
0944235247
ISBN 13
9780944235249
American Cancer Society's Guide to Complementary and Alternative Cancer Methods
The American Cancer Society's Guide to Complementary and Alternative Cancer Methods was written to help the public, the consumer, and patients, and their families understand what works, what's dangerous, and how best to evaluate the hundreds of claims that can be found on the Internet and in the popular press. Each entry is researched and based on scientific evidence. Possible problems or complications are identified and clearly highlighted for easy reference.-- Hundreds of entries covering a broad range, such as herbs, vitamins, minerals, diet, manual healing, and biological methods written in clear, understandable language
-- Thorough review and evaluation of each method by experts in the field
-- Current trends, safety and regulatory issues, insurance coverage, and ACS guidelines for using complementary and alternative methods
-- Encyclopedic-type format to facilitate readability and quick reference