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AMED (OVID).
(Alternative and Complementary Medicine) Electronic version covers 1966-Present.
URL: http://library.cpmc.columbia.edu/hsl/eres/countact.cfm?resourceid=1301
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CINAHL - EBSCO
Cumulative Index to Nursing &
Allied Health Literature.
Electronic version covers 1982-
Present.
URL: http://web.ebscohost.com/ehost/search?vid=1&hid=2&sid=35796e5a-45ca-4eb8-83a9-94fe722d1c5a%40sessionmgr2
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MEDLINE (OVID)
Three separate components of
Medline
available through OVID interface:
Medline 1966 - present (offers
author/journal/keyword/subject,
or MESH,
searching), Oldmedline 1950 -
1965 (offers
same but subject searching), and
In-Process
around 2 recent months (offers
same but
subject
searching).
URL: http://library.cpmc.columbia.edu/hsl/eres/countact.cfm?resourceid=1301
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SCIENCE CITATION INDEX (WEB OF KNOWLEDGE INCLUDING WEB OF SCIENCE)
The chief aim of this index is to
provide access to related
articles by indicating sources in
which a known article by a given
author has been cited. Over 3,300
journals are indexed.
URL: http://portal.isiknowledge.com/portal.cgi?Init=Yes&SID=1An77E1GMhCDH11CcAA
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Dictionaries, Encyclopedias and Guides
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A CLINICAL GUIDE TO BLENDING LIQUID HERBS: HERBAL FORMULATIONS FOR THE INDIVIDUAL PATIENT
Bone, K..
Features 125 most popular herbs.
Chapter 1 explains why herbal liquids
are used; how herbal liquids are made;
why are herbal liquids generally
recommended, etc.
REF RS 431.M37 B66 2003.
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ALTERNATIVE AND COMPLEMENTARY TREATMENT IN NEUROLOGIC ILLNESS.
Weintraub, M.I and Micozzi, M.S..
An edited book that deals with aspects of treatment including research.
RC346 .A42 2001.
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ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE RESOURCE GUIDE
Feuerman, F. and Handel M.J..
Gives detail description on each
type of alternative treatment,
lists centers and organizations,
lists bibliography for further
reading.
REF R 733.A48 1997.
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BOTANICAL MEDICINES: THE DESK REFERENCE FOR MAJOR HERBAL SUPPLEMENTS
McKenna, D.J..
Each entry includes the supplement's history, therapeutic applications, results of studies and more.
REF RM 258.5.M38 2002.
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CLASSICAL HOMEOPATHY.
Carlston M (ed)..
Part of a series: Medical guides to complementary and
alternative medicine.
RX71 .C534 2003.
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COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE IN REHABILITATION.
Leskowitz, E.D..
Part of a series: Medical guides to complementary and
alternative medicine.
RM930 .L476 2003.
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COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE SOURCEBOOK
Judd, S.J. editor.
Contains basic consumer health information
on alternative and complementary medical
therapies.
REF R735 .C66 2006.
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CONTEMPORARY CHINESE MEDICINE AND ACUPUNCTURE.
Cassidy, C.M..
Part of a series: Medical guides to complementary and
alternative medicine.
R601 .C375 2002.
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CRC ETHNOBOTANY DESK REFERENCE
Johnson, T..
REF GN 476.73.J66 1999.
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DICTIONARY OF ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE
Segen, J. C..
Includes bibliographical references
REF R733 .S44 1998.
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ENCYCLOPEDIA OF COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE
Navarra, Tova.
REF R733 .N38 .
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HANDBOOK OF NONPRESCRIPTION DRUGS
Chapter 47 highlights herbal remedies. Chapter 48 highlights homeopathic remedies
REF RM 671.A1 H34 2002.
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HEINERMAN'S ENCYCLOPEDIA OF HEALING HERBS AND SPICES
Heinerman, J..
Contains helpful indexes such as: symptoms contents, herbs and spices contents, subject index.
REF RM666.H4415 1996.
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MAJOR HERBS OF AYURVEDA.
Williamson, E.M..
Includes traditional and modern uses
of the herb; major chemical
constituents; medicinal and
pharmacologic activities; safety
profile and more.
REF RS 180.I3 M345 2002.
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MANUAL OF NATURAL THERAPY: A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE
Olshevsky, M..
Extensive bibliography at end of
book
includes picture of key
acupuncture points;
atlas of reflexology with
instructions on
how to use this book for best
results.
REF RM700.M36 .
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MOSBY'S HANDBOOK OF HERBS AND NATURAL SUPPLEMENTS
Skidmore-Roth, L..
2nd. ed.
REF RS 164 S54 2004.
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MOSBY'S HANDBOOK OF HERBS AND SUPPLEMENTS AND THEIR THERAPEUTIC USES
Bratman, S..
Discusses a number of conditions for
which herbal therapy is warranted.
REF RM 666.H33 B72 2003.
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NATURAL STANDARD HERB AND SUPPLEMENT REFERENCE: EVIDENCE-BASED CLINICAL REVIEWS
Ulbricht, C.E. and Basch, E.M..
Provides detailed, evidence-based,
systematic reviews for 98 key herbs and
supplements.
REF RM258.5 .N28 .
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NURSE'S HANDBOOK OF ALTERNATIVE & COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIES.
More and more patients are using
alternative therapies, often
without telling their nurse or
doctor. With this invaluable
handbook, you'll be prepared to
ask patients about use of
alternative therapies and respond
knowledgeably to their questions.
REF RT42 .N83 2003.
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PDR FOR HERBAL MEDICINES
Medical Economics Company. (2nd. ed.).
Includes Asian Indications Index--groups of herbs by their therapeutic uses in Chinese and Indian medicine. Color plates of over 380 common medicinal plants. Herbs are identified by their common name and scientific name. A product identification guide lists selected herbal preparations, photographed and arranged alphabetically by manufacturer and brand name.
REF RS 75.P554 2000 Ed.2.
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PDR FOR NONPRESCRIPTION DRUGS AND DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS
Medical Economics Company.
24th ed.
REF RM 671.A1 P56 2003.
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PHYSICIAN'S DESK REFERENCE FOR NONPRESCRIPTION DRUGS AND DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS
Medical Economics Company. (23rd.ed.).
REF RM 671.A1 P56 2002.
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PHYTOTHERAPY: A QUICK REFERENCE TO HERBAL MEDICINE
Capasso, F..
REF RM 666.H33 P497 2003.
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PREVENTION: HOW-TO DICTIONARY OF HEALING REMEDIES AND TECHNIQUES
Rodale Press..
REF RM 36.P74 1996.
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SCIENTIFIC BASIS FOR AYURVEDIC THERAPIES
Mishra, L.C..
Provides appendix of: Ayurvedic words
and their English meanings; Ayurvedic
herbs and botanical names; List of
Ayurvedic scientific journals;
Ayurvedic product manufacturers.
HEALTH SCIENCES STACKS R605.S376 2004.
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THE ABC CLINICAL GUIDE TO HERBS
Blumenthal, M..
This book contains extensive
information on 29 of the most popular
herbs sold in the U.S. market today,
including which products have shown
safe and effective activity in
published clinical trials.
REF RM 666.H33 A175 2003.
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THE AMERICAN PHARMACEUTICAL ASSOCIATION: PRACTICAL GUIDE TO NATURAL MEDICINES
Peirce, A..
Includes information on the herb, its history, usages, how available--extract, capsule, etc. adverse reactions, references to books and journals.
REF RM 666.H33P45 1999.
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THE GALE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE
Krapp, K. ed. (4 volumes).
Educates readers about a wide variety of complementary therapies, herbal remedies, and treatments for prevalent conditions and diseases.
REF R 733.G34 2001 Q.
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THORSONS ENCYCLOPAEDIC DICTIONARY OF HOMEOPATHY.
Gaier, H.C..
Annotated dictionary with plenty of historical and biographical references in homeopathy.
REF RX41.G35 1991.
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Directories and Associations
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ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE FOUNDATION
The foundation was created to “respond to
the public and professional need for
responsible and reliable education,
information, and dialogue about the
integration of alternative and conventional
medicine; conserve and respect the
knowledge and practice of indigenous
therapies and systems of healthcare;
promote novel ways to blend ancient
practice and modern science for the
promotion of health; advance the ethical
and sustainable development of alternatives
to standard care.” Also contains access to:
HERBAL MEDICINE
An Alternative and Complementary Medicine
Resource Guide
URL: http://www.AMFoundation.org
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AMERICAN ACADEMY OF ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE.
Advocates of alternative
medicine. Promotes increased
reliance on alternative
treatments by professionals.
Conducts research; sponsors
training programs for health care
professionals wishing to make use
of alternative therapies.
Conducts continuing education
leading to American Board of
Alternative Medicine
Certification for members.
Dr. Alex Cougar, 16126 E Warren, Box 24224 Detroit, MI 48224-0224 USA , Phone:(313) 882-0641.
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AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE.
Establish a network of related integrative
health care providers to disseminate
information
Foster closer inter-relationship among all
health care providers
Educate the public about the benefits and
advantages of integrative medical
approaches
Advocate for higher standards of quality in
the profession
Recognize the contributions and
professionalism of its members.
URL: http://www.aaimedicine.com/main.php
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AMERICAN BOARD OF ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE
Practitioners of alternative medicine.
Promotes increased use of alternative
treatments including mind-body
intervention, bioelectromagnetic therapy,
and herbal medicines. Conducts research and
educational programs; maintains hall of
fame.
Dr. B. Alli, 16126 E Warren, PO Box 24224, Detroit, MI 48224-0224 USA Phone:(313) 882-0641.
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NATIONAL CENTER FOR COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE
Includes information on research,
training and clinical trials in
complementary and alternative medicine.
URL: http://nccam.nih.gov/health/whatiscam/
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Audio Visual and Software
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ALTERNATIVE HEALTH (MEDICINE)
Guth, J..
Provides an overview of Chinese and Indian medicine, homeopathy, herbalism, naturopathy, osteopathy, massage and chiropractic and shows how these are being practiced by American physicians (videorecording, 29 minutes). Note: Title on container: Alternative Medicine; title from cassette lable: Alternative Health (Medicine).
HEALTH SCIENCES MEDIA R 733.A47 1997.
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HERBAL PHARMACOLOGY
Low Dog, T..
3 videocssettes, 294 minutes each
HEALTH SCIENCES MEDIA RX 601.H47 1997.
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HERBAL PREPARATIONS
Low Dog, T..
3 videocassettes, 287 minutes each.
HEALTH SCIENCES MEDIA RX 601.H48 1997.
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Internet Guides and Resources
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ABOUT HERBS, BOTANICALS AND OTHER PRODUCTS
Provides information on herbs,
botanicals, supplements and
more. This resource provides
evidence-based information for
oncologists, healthcare
professionals and the consumer.
It is updated by MSK's
Integrative Medicine Service.
URL: http://www.mskcc.org/mskcc/html/11570.cfm
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ALTERNATIVE & COMPLEMENTARY MEDICAL CENTER
Covers lots information on
natural therapies, diet, fitness,
diseases, professional courses
and family health.
URL: http://www.healthy.net/scr/center.asp?centerid=1
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ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE
A database within MedlinePlus Alternative
Medicine page with current articles in
alternative medicine and links to
government resources.
URL: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/alternativemedicine.html
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HERBMED/HERBMEDPRO
"HerbMed® - an interactive,
electronic herbal database
provides hyperlinked access to
the scientific data underlying
the use of herbs for health. It
is an evidence-based information
resource for professionals,
researchers, and general public.
HerbMedProTM is the professional
version of HerbMed®". Instead of
monographs on herbs there are
links to Pubmed pre-set searches
and other links on various
aspects of each herb.
URL: http://www.herbmed.org/members/
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IBIDS - INTERNATIONAL BIBLIOGRAPHIC INFORMATION ON DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS DATABASE
"The International Bibliographic
Information on Dietary
Supplements (IBIDS) database
provides access to bibliographic
citations and abstracts from
published, international, and
scientific literature on dietary
supplements."
Contains citations on dietary
supplements from 1986 to the
present. Covers major databases
such as Medline, AGRICOLA, CAB
Global Abstracts and more. Has a
search platform and also
provides 'pre-canned' searches on
topics such as menopausal
symptoms and herbals; Vitamin
B12, etc.
URL: http://ods.od.nih.gov/Health_Information/IBIDS.aspx
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ROSENTHAL CENTER FOR COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE (COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY).
Provides a resource guide for choosing
a practitioner; lists professional
organizations; conducts clinical
trials, and more.
URL: http://www.rosenthal.hs.columbia.edu/
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NATURAL HEALTHWEB
A Meta website covering health Info/tools,
events, WWW resources on alternative
therapies.
URL: http://www.naturalhealthweb.com/
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