One method that many nations are beginning to use to ensure the safety and reliability of alternative medicines and therapies is to introduce regulations about the type of education required to administer these therapies and to develop and accredit programs that educate students on the proper administration of alternative medicines. For example, in Australia, there is a Bachelor of Health Sciences in Western Herbal Medicine that is accredited by the government. Australia also has many professional organizations for traditional medicine providers, which are monitored by the government to ensure that professional misconduct does not occur.
What does your nation do to ensure that available alternative medicines are available in a reliable, safe manner, as opposed to the image many have of these therapies being administered by a white-haired old lady in her living room?
The risks of unregulated alternative medical treatments are quite high, as many of the herbal remedies contain toxins which are beneficial in low doses, but very harmful in higher doses. However, it is hard to control the exact amount of toxin in an herb, as opposed to the refined compound that can be obtained with a prescription. Regulation of alternative medical treatments will also ensure that standards regarding the cleanliness of the office and practitioner are in place to prevent the risks of infections.
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