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Homeopathic treatment of multimorbid patients cuts costs by up to 60%
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A new study found an average improvement of 91% over one year in a group of patients treated with homeopathy for a combination of three or more concurrent chronic complaints. The cost of homeopathic treatment was estimated to be 41% of a conventional therapy.
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Apr 09, 2015
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FDA to evaluate regulatory framework for homeopathic products
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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the United States has announced an evaluation of the regulation of homeopathic products.
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Mar 27, 2015
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New database on CAM regulation in Europe
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A new website, ‘CAM Regulation,’ gives open access to a database of information on the regulation of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) in 39 countries in Europe.
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Mar 20, 2015
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HRI scientists point out deep flaws in new Australian report on homeopathy
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A new statement and report on homeopathy by Australia’s National Health and Medical Research Council draw conclusions that are inconsistent with the evidence the report presents. Specialist scientists identify serious flaws in the way it was compiled.
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Mar 17, 2015
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ECHAMP calls on the EU institutions to solve regulatory contradictions
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ECHAMP has published its 2014 Annual Report, looking forward in 2015 to a fresh approach to the EU industry for homeopathic and anthroposophic medicinal products.
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Jan 29, 2015
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‘Cutting Edge Research in Homeopathy,’ Rome, 5 – 7 June 2015
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The Homeopathy Research Institute’s 2nd International Research Conference, ‘Cutting Edge Research in Homeopathy’, will be held in Rome in June 2015.
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Jan 27, 2015
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HMPWG publishes list of terms used in homeopathy
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The Homeopathic Medicinal Products Working Group (HMPWG) has published a list of terms commonly used in homeopathy, with the aim of facilitating harmonisation in this sector.
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Jan 23, 2015
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India: Separate regulator for traditional medicine
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The Indian government has announced its plans to introduce a separate regulator for certain traditional medicine disciplines, including ayurverda and homeopathy.
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Jan 21, 2015
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Renewal of registrations of homeopathic medicines in Italy
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A new law published in the Official Gazette confirms the new fees and the timetable for the renewal of registrations of homeopathic medicines in Italy.
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Jan 19, 2015
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HMPWG consults on safety of homeopathic medicinal products from biological origin
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The Homeopathic Medicinal Products Working Group (HMPWG) of the Heads of Medicines Agencies has launched a public consultation on the safety of homeopathic medicinal products from biological origin. The original guideline were adopted in 2007; a revised version has now been published for consultation.
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Jan 15, 2015
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ECHAMP responds to Study on the Availability of Medicinal Products for Human Use
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ECHAMP welcomes the specific attention this new study gives to the situation regarding the availability of homeopathic and anthroposophic medicinal products, as it shows clear recognition of the special issues facing our industry.
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Dec 17, 2014
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Lower use of antibiotics in children treated with anthroposophic medicine for acute respiratory or ear infections
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A new study shows reduced use of antibiotics in children with acute respiratory and ear infections treated with anthroposophic medicinal products.
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Dec 04, 2014
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Study report on Availability of medicines includes situation of homeopathic and anthroposophic medicinal products
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A new report gives significant prominence to the situation concerning the availability of homeopathic and anthroposophic medicinal products in the EU.
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Dec 02, 2014
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New report: How can CAM help reduce the problem of antimicrobial resistance?
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A new policy document was published by EUROCAM this week to mark EU Antibiotics Awareness Day on 18 November.
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Nov 21, 2014
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India gives prominence to traditional medicines and practice
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The Indian government announced plans to set up a new regulator for traditional medicines and provide financial support to traditional medicines’ manufacturers.
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Nov 14, 2014
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Homeopathy Research Institute - New website with reliable information on homeopathy research
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HRI’s new website is a rich, comprehensive and accessible source of resources on the evidence base for homeopathy.
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Nov 13, 2014
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European Parliament approves new Commission
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On Wednesday 22 October, MEPs approved the new college of 27 Commissioners, as presented by its President-elect Jean-Claude Juncker.
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Oct 24, 2014
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60% of Germans have used homeopathic medicines
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New market data shows that the number of users has gone up from 53% of the population in 2009 to 60% in 2014.
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Oct 23, 2014
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New Publication: The System of Anthroposophic Medicine
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The System of Anthroposophic Medicine, IVAA, 2014, 56pp
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Oct 21, 2014
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New publication: CAM 2020 – sustainable healthcare in Europe
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A new publication from EUROCAM provides information about Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) in the EU.
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Oct 15, 2014
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European Parliament interviews Commissioners-designate
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Hearings in the European Parliament to approve the candidate Commissioners.
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Oct 06, 2014
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Update on the new European Commission
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Mr. Juncker has announced the list of Commissioners-designate.
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Sep 16, 2014
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CAM patients in the Netherlands cost less
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The study analyses data on healthcare costs and mortality rates over the period 2006-2011 from the Dutch insurance company Agis
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Sep 08, 2014
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New database of clinical trials in homeopathy
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Carstens Stiftung has launched a new database on clinical outcome research in homeopathy.
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Aug 22, 2014
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Third edition of the Anthroposophic Pharmaceutical Codex
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The third edition of the Anthroposophic Pharmaceutical Codex (APC) has now been published.
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Jun 30, 2014
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European Parliament Interest Group meeting on Antimicrobial Resistance
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The European Parliament Interest Group for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, held a meeting on 1 April on the role of CAM in reducing the need for antibiotics.
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Apr 09, 2014
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New legislation for homeopathic medicinal products in Slovenia
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The National Assembly of the Republic of Slovenia has adopted a new Medicinal Products Act.
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Apr 08, 2014
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HMPWG November meeting report now available: more problem awareness at the competent authorities
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The report shows that the competent authorities themselves are also more aware of the problems of the sector and may take steps towards solution-oriented policies.
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Feb 07, 2014
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New study reveals ideological bias in existing meta-analyses of homeopathy
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A new study by Swedish physician, Robert Hahn, ‘Homeopathy: meta-analyses of pooled clinical data’, conducts a review of existing meta-analyses in homeopathy.
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Feb 04, 2014
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WHO publishes new strategy for Traditional Medicine
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The World Health Organisation has recently published its strategy for traditional and complementary medicine (T&CM) for the next decade.
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Jan 20, 2014
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