The contribution of anthroposophic and integrative medicine to addressing the problem of antimicrobial resistance
IVAA:The contribution of anthroposophic and integrative medicine to addressing the problem of antimicrobial resistance. March 2017
Rising antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a major global health problem – Studies show the significant potential from anthroposophic and other integrative medicine approaches to safely reduce antimicrobial use.
Therefore:
· Anthroposophic medicine and other integrative medicine approaches should be included as promising options in policies to reduce antibiotic use
· Further evaluation of such approaches should be prioritized and supported
· Knowledge should be shared through appropriate tools
Public education on reducing antibiotic use should include options of evidence-based integrative medicine approaches as alternative