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Acupuncture Linked to Lower Incidence of Ischemic Stroke in RA

Cumulative incidence of ischemic stroke was lower among patients receiving acupuncture versus no acupuncture

2002 to 2022 Saw Increased Use of Complementary Health by U.S. Adults

Significant increases seen across seven modalities for pain management

Traditional Chinese Medicine Increases Risk for Congenital Malformations

Significant associations seen particularly for congenital heart defects

Acupressure Aids Self-Reported Sleep Disturbances in Cancer Patients

Systematic review finds acupressure better than acupuncture or electroacupuncture

Rate of Adverse Physical Effects High With Ayahuasca Use

69.9 percent of sample reported acute physical health effects; 2.3 percent reported need for subsequent medical attention

Two-Thirds of Older Adults Use Integrative Medicine Strategies

Only 18 percent of older adults had talked to a health care provider about integrative medicine strategies

Marketing of Shockwave Therapy for Erectile Dysfunction Raises Concerns

Techniques, costs, and provider credentials in biggest U.S. cities vary widely

Risks Discussed for Alternative Peripartum, Neonatal Practices

Vaginal seeding has no known benefits and may expose neonates to vaginal pathogens; umbilical nonseverance has no clear benefit

Insurance Coverage for Acupuncture Up From 2010 to 2019

However, most costs are paid out of pocket

Breast Cancer Survival Up With Access to Integrative Therapies

Survival up at institutions in low-mid, mid-high cohorts based on efforts to educate, support, and fund complementary and lifestyle approaches