Abstract
Over the past decade Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) use in the UK has increased dramatically. However, little research appears to exist regarding its use in patients diagnosed with cancer. The study was descriptive using a survey design. Questionnaire data was collected from 127 adult patients with a diagnosis of cancer from both Scotland and England. CAM use was reported by 29% of the sample. The use of relaxation, meditation and the use of medicinal teas were the most frequently used therapies. Findings suggest that CAM use within patients diagnosed with cancer in the UK has increased which has implications for patient and health care professional education.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 131-137 |
| Number of pages | 7 |
| Journal | European Journal of Oncology Nursing |
| Volume | 9 |
| Issue number | 2 SPEC. ISS. |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 1 Jun 2005 |
| Externally published | Yes |
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This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
Keywords
- Alternative therapies
- Cancer
- Complementary therapies
- UK
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Oncology
- General Nursing
- General Health Professions
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