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Immune Resilience: It Takes Two to Tango
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Veterans Gain Access to Naturopathic Physician Care
Although naturopathic doctors (NDs) have been providing medical care to veterans who pay out of pocket for decades, a contract signed with a naturopathic clinic in Washington marks the first time that the VHA (Veterans Health Administration), or any federal payor, has recognized NDs as an eligible provider type. This is a life-changing win for ...
Bill to License Idaho Naturopathic Doctors Signed Into Law
On March 25, Governor Brad Little signed legislation creating a licensing path for naturopathic doctors in Idaho. The law now allows the state to issue licenses to graduates of accredited naturopathic medical schools who have passed the required exams. The bill passed the House 64-3 and the Senate 32-2. According to the according to the ...
Naturopathic Doctors Combat Cognitive Decline at Every Stage
There is no absolute cure for Alzheimer’s and cognitive decline. Both naturopathic and conventional medical doctors are constantly trying to find effective treatments to prevent and cure these devastating diseases. Currently, more than five million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s alone, and by 2050, that figure is expected to rise to 14 million.1 Much as ...
NMC Summit on the Future of Naturopathic Medicine
In what is being called a “watershed moment” for the naturopathic profession, organizers have announced the launch of a grassroots initiative to strengthen the culture of collaboration in the profession. The goals of the facilitated process are to gather input from all individuals and organizations that care about the profession’s future to ultimately unify around ...
Harvey Health Provides Remote Access to Integrative Medicine Using Technology-enabled Platform
After a successful open beta, Harvey Health officially launch, providing convenient, affordable access to integrative medicine. Named after William Harvey, the physician who first discovered how blood circulates through the human body, Harvey’s new telehealth platform expands the reach of integrative medicine through video consultations with licensed naturopathic doctors, advanced in-home laboratory testing and highly-customized natural treatment ...
How Naturopathic Doctors Are Educated, Trained and Licensed
Naturopathic doctors educated and trained in accredited naturopathic medical schools in North America are required to complete a four-year, in-residence, hands-on medical program consisting of 4,100 hours of class and clinical training. This is according to the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP), which has launched a new information service for consumers in partnership with ...
Massachusetts Governor Signs Naturopathic Medicine Licensure Bill
Governor Charlie Baker (R-MA) recently signed a bill, S2335, to license naturopathic doctors in Massachusetts. Effective September 1, 2017, the bill will ensure the safe practice of naturopathic medicine in the state, increase citizens’ access to high-quality integrative health care, and allow patients to make more informed decisions about their health. This moment is historic ...
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