ReviewBMJ global health2023
Traditional, complementary and integrative healthcare: global stakeholder perspective on WHO's current and future strategy.
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34 citing papers in PubMed, 2 syntheses or guidelines pooled it.
- Comparative effectiveness of ten traditional Chinese herbal formulas for acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: a systematic review and Bayesian network meta-analysis.Frontiers in pharmacology · 2025Pooled it
- Commercial Chinese polyherbal preparation Zao Ren An Shen prescription for primary insomnia: a systematic review with meta-analysis and trial sequential analysis.Frontiers in pharmacology · 2024Pooled it
- A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial of an Ayurvedic Herbal Formulation and Vitamin C/E on Vascular Function in Patients with Cardiovascular Disease.Medicina (Kaunas, Lithuania) · 2026Trial
- Healthcare experiences and expectations of women survivors of domestic violence in Asia: a systemized review of the literature.Global health action · 2026Review
- Treatment choices: insights into disease-specific use and self-perceived benefits of traditional, complementary and integrative medicine in Germany.BMC complementary medicine and therapies · 2026Article
- What shapes trust in healthcare? Socio-economic and structural determinants of trust in formal and traditional health providers across 111 countries.SSM - population health · 2026Article
- Editorial: The increasing relevance of traditional medicine systems for the primary health care sector and general practice: global research perspectives, volume II.Frontiers in medicine · 2026Article
- Framework for evidence synthesis of traditional, complementary and integrative medicine systems incorporating context and complexity, illustrated by the example of homeopathy.Frontiers in public health · 2026Article
- Understanding factors that impact patient access and engagement with biomedical and traditional care for hip fractures in The Gambia: An ethnographic study using a social ecological model.PLOS global public health · 2026Article
- Global Prevalence and Clinical Consequences of Traditional Eye Medicine: A Descriptive Review.Clinical optometry · 2026Review
- International standards and good practice guidelines in traditional, complementary and integrative medicine: a scoping review.Frontiers in pharmacology · 2026Article
- Training nurses in auriculotherapy/auricular acupuncture: possible paths for Portugal.Revista da Escola de Enfermagem da U S P · 2026Article
- Regulatory and HTA framework for herbal medicines in Indonesia.Journal of pharmaceutical policy and practice · 2026Review
- Navigating sociocultural practices and traditions in HIV management: a review of African cultural barriers to achieving sustainable development goal target 3.3.Frontiers in epidemiology · 2026Review
- New directions in mulberry leaf research for diabetes: a translational approach based on multi-component synergy.Frontiers in nutrition · 2026Review
- Policy text analysis on inheritance and innovation of Mongolian medicine culture in China.Frontiers in public health · 2026Article
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- Prevalence and predictors of meditation use in Australia and New Zealand: results from a nationally representative survey.BMC complementary medicine and therapies · 2025Article
- Global research funding for traditional, complementary and integrative medicine.Bulletin of the World Health Organization · 2025Article
- Data on the use of traditional and complementary medicine, WHO Region of the Americas.Bulletin of the World Health Organization · 2025Article
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Abstract
As the 'WHO Traditional Medicine Strategy: 2014-2023' is entering its final phase, reflection is warranted on progress and the focus for a new strategy. We used WHO documentation to analyse progress across the objectives of the current strategy, adding the role of traditional, complementary and integrative healthcare (TCIH) to address specific diseases as a dimension absent in the current strategy. Our analysis concludes on five areas. First, TCIH research is increasing but is not commensurate with TCIH use. TCIH research needs prioritisation and increased funding in national research policies and programmes. Second, WHO guidance for training and practice provides useful minimum standards but regulation of TCIH practitioners also need to reflect the different nature of formal and informal practices. Third, there has been progress in the regulation of herbal medicines but TCIH products of other origin still need addressing. A risk-based regulatory approach for the full-range of TCIH products seems appropriate and WHO should provide guidance in this regard. Fourth, the potential of TCIH to help address specific diseases is often overlooked. The development of disease strategies would benefit from considering the evidence and inclusion of TCIH practices, as appropriate. Fifth, inclusion of TCIH in national health policies differs between countries, with some integrating TCIH practices and others seeking to restrict them. We encourage a positive framework in all countries that enshrines the role of TCIH in the achievement of universal health coverage. Finally, we encourage seeking the input of stakeholders in the development of the new WHO Traditional Medicine Strategy.
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