A visit to the hospital can include acupuncture

3 August 2004

Following an NHS lead in the UK, the Green Party is advocating for hospital visits to include alternative treatment options such as acupuncture, osteopathy, and homeopathic medicines. This initiative is backed by a recent report on complementary and alternative health treatments.

The Ministerial Advisory Committee recommends public funding for alternative practices deemed safe. Green Party health spokesperson Sue Kedgley supports fully integrating these practitioners into the healthcare system.

Kedgley envisions a future where healthcare providers can offer complementary treatments alongside traditional methods when appropriate and effective, expanding patient options and potentially improving outcomes.