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The proliferation of online news sources makes it difficult to keep up-to-date with the wide range of news about homeopathy from around the world.  This page contains a selection of newsworthy articles intended to provide insight and information about homeopathy, based on the criteria of interest, accuracy, readability, and variety of topics and sources.  We welcome suggestions for inclusion on this page at web@csoh.ca.



2024

October 19, 2024:  European Journal of Pediatrics
Homoeopathy vs. conventional primary care in children during the first 24 months of life -- a pragmatic randomised controlled trial
In a comparison between primary homeopathic and conventional pediatric care in treating acute illnesses in children in their first 24 months of life, homeopathy was determined to be more effective in preventing sick days, sickness episodes, and respiratory illnesses; necessitating fewer antibiotics; and costing less overall.


April 4, 2024: Science Direct
Individualized homeopathic medicines in preventing the progression from pre-diabetes to diabetes: A double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled, parallel-arm trial
A double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial reveals that participants treated with homeopathy outperformed those treated by placebos in successfully preventing the progression of pre-diabetes to diabetes.


January 12, 2024: Homoeopathic Links
Jacques Jouanny, Author, Educator, and Clinician Extraordinaire, Passes Away at the Age of 96: An appreciation of his life and brief review of his opus, The Essentials of Homeopathic Therapeutics
Leading French homeopath and author, Jacques Jouanny, is remembered.



2023

November 29, 2023: NewsWire 
EW Healthcare Partners Acquires Stake in Boiron Group, a leader in Natural Medicine
International investment healthcare company joins Boiron family in move intended to expand the company’s offering into additional healthcare verticals and to capitalise on the existing platform to launch additional products, in particular in the U.S.


June 19, 2023:  Cision
Survey on Homeopathy Awareness and Usage in Canada: 10.3 million Canadians Used Homeopathy in 2022
Data from a recent survey on the perception and usage of homeopathy in Canada in 2022 reveals that 68% of respondents are familiar with homeopathy and 83% of those who have used homeopathy in their lifetime were satisfied.


May 11, 2023: MyrtleBeachSC News
Examining the Pros and Cons of Homeopathic Medicine
Many accurate and relevant points about homeopathy are examined here.


May 4, 2023: Washington Independent
Homeopathy for Pets: Exploring its benefits and risks
This article examines the benefits of homeopathy for pets, popular remedies used in homeopathy, and tips for using homeopathy to improve your pet's health.


May 2023:  Homeopathy
Individualized Homeopathic Medicines in Treatment of Hyperuricemia: Evaluation by Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Trial
This trial involving individualized homeopathic medicines showed significantly better results than placebos in the treatment of hyperuricemia.


April 14, 2023:  SO Magazine
Healing Powers
An interview with John Morgan of Helios Homeopathic Pharmacy describes the history of the firm in Tunbridge Wells, England.


April 8, 2023:  THE WEEK
The Science and Skepticism of Homeopathy:  Debating its Place in Modern Healthcare
Recognizing that homeopathy is accepted as a system of gentle, holistic healing, responsible doctors must be open to investigating its full potential.


April 1, 2023: Observer Voice (India)
10 April: World Homeopathy Day
World Homeopathy Day on April 10 is an opportunity to raise awareness about the benefits of Homeopathy and to celebrate the contributions of Samuel Hahnemann.


March 29, 2023:  Canadian Living
What is Homeopathy, and Can it Fit into Your Regimen?
Investigative article concludes that "there isn't much question that homeopathy has an effect of some kind".


February 17, 2023:  Ruetir
57% Italians Resort to Homeopathy, 8 Out of 10 are Satisfied
Results of a recent survey show that homeopathy enjoys a good reputation in Italy.


January 12, 2023: The Enlightened Mindset
How Does Arnica Work? Exploring the Science and Benefits of This Powerful Natural Remedy
This article contains many facts about the plant, Arnica, and its healing properties.



2022

November 7, 2022:  Hello!
King Charles Takes After the Queen With His Unusual Belief
Though no longer recognized by the NHS, homeopathy continues to be supported by the new king, as it was by his mother and her mother.


July 20, 2022:  The Times of India
Despite all odds – Homeopathy continues to gain popularity
Even though homeopathy is recognized as the fastest growing and is the 2nd largest system of medicine, according to World Health Organization (WHO), many people still believe that homeopathy is not as effective as conventional medicines -- which is the biggest myth associated with homeopathy.


June 14, 2022:  Nature
Is homeopathy effective for attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder? A meta-analysis
Analysis of six studies investigating the effects of individualized homeopathy against any control concludes that individualized homeopathy showed a clinically relevant and statistically robust effect in the treatment of ADHD.


April 21, 2022:  Code List
7 Out of 10 German Veterinarians use Homeopathy in Small Animals
Research collected between 2016 and 2018 in Germany reveals that over 44% of veterinarians polled use classical homeopathy to treat mainly orthopedic, geriatric, and metabolic diseases in their patients.



2021

December 17, 2021:  Frontiers in Surgery
Is Homeopathic Arnica Effective for Postoperative Recovery? A Meta-analysis of Placebo-Controlled and Active Comparator Trials
Review of 18 placebo-controlled trials concludes that homeopathic Arnica produces a clinically small indication for bleeding and swelling after surgery, leading to the observation that since the remedies are "very cheap and an easy intervention, one might consider it worthwhile in cases where patients ask for it."


Winter 2021:  Homeopathy Research Institute
The EPI3-LASER study: Real-world observational evidence for homeopathy from General Physicians in France
Observational studies of primary care cases treated by general physicians in France who were certified in homeopathy show that patients of some common disorders had similar outcomes to those using conventional medicine alone, but with reduced use of conventional drugs and at 20% lower overall cost.


November 30, 2021:  Journal of Medicine and Life
An integrated perspective on transmutation of acute inflammation into chronic and the role of the microbiome
George Vithoukas calls for sufficiently robust, properly designed clinical trials (randomized, controlled, double-blinded research studies) to confirm his observation that treatment with antibiotics and corticosteroids can lead to chronic degenerative conditions in patients with a predisposition.


September 7, 2021: PubMed.gov
Efficacy of Individualized Homeopathic Medicines in Plantar Fasciitis: Double-blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial
Study reports significant improvement of plantar fasciitis with individualized homeopathic treatment over placbeo.


August 31, 2021:  Science Direct
Integrative pediatrics survey: Parents report high demand and willingness to self-pay for complementary and integrative medicine in German hospitals
Survey at two German hospitals shows that nearly sixty percent of parents already use homeopathy as a means of treatment for their child and that there is a high demand for a broader range of complementary and integrative therapies, especially homeopathy.


June 13, 2021:  ZAWYA
UAE: Indian homeopath doctor receives 10-year golden visa
Indian homeopathic doctor is honoured for his services by the UAE government.


June 8, 2021:  Bioresearch Communications
Remedial Effects of Homeopathic Medicine in Chronic Suppurative Otitis Media-related Complications
Study of patients with Chronic Suppurative Otitis Media including hearing impairment and tympanic membrane perforations responded positively to symptom-based homeopathic treatment.


May 28, 2021:  Natural News
Homeopathy: Deal with anxiety naturally
Homeopath is one path that many people are unfamiliar with that can be life-changing for some.


February 3, 2021:  Kormorant (South Africa)
Is homeopathic medicine safe in pregnancy?
A useful (though marred by auto-correct spelling errors) introduction to some of the common remedies that can help during pregnancy. 



2020

December 26, 2020:  OM Times
Ananda Moore: The Magic Pills
Wide-ranging interview with Canadian homeopath and filmmaker, Ananda Moore.


October 15, 2020:  BMJ Paediatrics Online
What families in the UK use to manage attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD): a survey of resource use
Survey of carers of ADHD children reports a "surprising" high use of homeopathy among non-mainstream treatments.


October 9, 2020:  Homeopathy Resource
Results of Massive Independent Study for German Insurance Company Securavita Shows Homeopathy Patients Are Dramatically Better Off Than Conventional Patients
Research for a German insurance company shows that those receiving homeopathic care for a wide range of conditions were much better off than those in a comparison group.


October 3, 2020:  The Oncologist
Homeopathic Treatment as an Add-On Therapy May Improve Quality of Life and Prolong Survival in Patients with Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: A Prospective, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blind, Three-Arm, Multicenter Study
A study of lung cancer patients reports significant improvement in quality of life and length of survival in the homeopathy group compared with placebo.


May 12, 2020:  Your Health Your Choice (AU)
Emotional support during difficult times – homeopathy
Article addresses the homeopathic approach to treating common responses of fear, anxiety, depression, and sadness to the current COVID-19 pandemic.


April 2020:  American Institute of Stress
Contentment Magazine
The entire Spring 2020 issue is devoted to various informative topics concerning homeopathy, from introductory therapeutics to misinformation campaigns to political manipulation.


March 26, 2020:  Daily Mail
RICHARD KAY: Royals put their faith in homeopathy, alternative cures
As Prince Charles confirms positive coronavirus reading, author questions the extent to which Queen Elizabeth’s robust health has been due to homeopathy.


February 18, 2020:  GreenMedinfo
When Bad Science Discredits Good Medicine
Australia's Medical Research Council has been caught producing highly problematic research to discredit homeopathy.


January 31, 2020:  PubMed.gov
Therapeutic evaluation of homeopathic treatment for canine oral papillomatosis
A small veterinary study reports that a combination of four homeopathic remedies “aids in fastening the regression of canine oral papilloma and proved to be safe and cost-effective.”






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