The Seattle Times series on methadone deaths highlights the drawbacks of drug treatment for pain and the need to explore alternative approaches, writes Bill Scott.
The FDA has created a new online resource to help consumers recognize and protect themselves from health scams, fraud and bogus health products:
In the United States, traditional Western medicine is the dominant form of care. But in Seattle many people favor alternative approaches. What do different approaches to wellness have to offer?
“Complementary and Alternative Medicine: What’s the Evidence?” Dr. Barak Gaster, associate professor of medicine at the University of Washington and attending physician at the University of Washington Medical Center, will discuss alternative medicine and provide information about what works and what’s safe. 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 4 University Branch 5009 [...]
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