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Complementary medicines questioned

Source: 7.30 Report
Published: Thursday, September 11, 2008 7:44 AEST
Expires: Wednesday, December 10, 2008 7:44 AEST

Many Australians are spending more money on complementary medicines than on conventional prescriptions medicines. But despite this growing trend, critics say there is little scientific evidence that these complementary medications are effective, or even safe.

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Tags: health, alternative-medicine, australia

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