scholarly journals Trend and Pattern of Herb and Supplement Use in the United States: Results from the 2002, 2007, and 2012 National Health Interview Surveys

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chung-Hsuen Wu ◽  
Chi-Chuan Wang ◽  
Meng-Ting Tsai ◽  
Wan-Ting Huang ◽  
Jae Kennedy
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Alternative Medicine ◽  
Complementary And Alternative Medicine ◽  
Health Care Providers ◽  
National Health ◽  
The United States ◽  
Care Providers ◽  
Supplement Use ◽  
Health Interview ◽  
Complementary And Alternative

Background. In 1990s, complementary and alternative medicine (CAM), including use of herbs and supplements, gained popularity in the United States. However, more recent surveys suggest that demand for herbs and supplements has stabilized.Objective. This study examined the prevalence, patterns, and changes in herb and supplement use among the US adults, using the 2002, 2007, and 2012 National Health Interview Surveys (NHIS).Methods. Weighted population estimates were derived from three complementary and alternative medicine supplements to the NHIS. Prevalence rates for herb and supplement use were compared, using Wald chi-square tests to measure changes between years.Results. An estimated 40.6 million US adults reported herb and supplement use in 2012. However, the rate of herb and supplement use dropped from 18.9% in 2002 to 17.9% in 2007 and 2012 (P<0.05). This decline in use was more pronounced among women, racial or ethnic minorities, and adults with low incomes.Conclusion. Herb and supplements use remains common in the USA, but adult use rates are on the decline. It is still important for health care providers to ask patients about herb and supplement use.

scholarly journals Patient Disclosure about Herb and Supplement Use among Adults in the US

2008 ◽  
Vol 5 (4) ◽  
pp. 451-456 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jae Kennedy ◽  
Chi-Chuan Wang ◽  
Chung-Hsuen Wu
Keyword(s):  
Alternative Medicine ◽  
Complementary And Alternative Medicine ◽  
National Health ◽  
Herbal Product ◽  
Physician Communication ◽  
Supplement Use ◽  
Health Interview ◽  
The Us ◽  
Potential Risks ◽  
Complementary And Alternative

Analyses of 2002 National Health Interview supplement on complementary and alternative medicine (NHI%AM) indicate that approximately 38 million adults in the US (18.9% of the population) used natural herbs or supplements in the preceding 12 months, but only one-third told their physician about this use. The objectives of this study are: (i) to determine subpopulation rates of patient–physician communication about herbal product and natural supplement use and (ii) to identify the relative influence of patient factors and interaction factors associated with patient-physician communication about herb and supplement use. Logistic secondary analysis was done by using the complementary and alternative medicine supplement of the 2002 National Health Interview Survey. Subjects were a random stratified sample of US adults who used herbs in the past 12 months (n= 5 196) and self-reported rates of disclosure to physicians about herb and supplement use. Results show that disclosure rates were significantly lower for males, younger adults, racial and ethnic minorities and less intensive users of medical care. Across subpopulations, disclosure was the exception rather than the norm. Given the potential risks of delayed or inappropriate treatment and adverse drug reactions and interactions, physicians should be aware of herb and supplement use and counsel patients on the potential risks and benefits of these treatments.

scholarly journals The use of complementary and alternative medicine by adults with allergies: a Czech national representative survey

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jitka Pokladnikova ◽  
A-La Park ◽  
Jan Draessler ◽  
Anna Lukacisinova ◽  
Irena Krcmova
Keyword(s):  
Czech Republic ◽  
Alternative Medicine ◽  
Complementary And Alternative Medicine ◽  
Health Care Providers ◽  
The United States ◽  
Relaxation Techniques ◽  
Care Providers ◽  
The Czech Republic ◽  
Cam Use ◽  
Complementary And Alternative

Abstract Background The prevalence rates of the use of Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) in allergy patients range from 42% in the United States up to 50% in Europe. In the Czech Republic, no such data exists. Our aim was to examine patterns in CAM use in populations with self-reported allergies in the Czech Republic. Methods A cross-sectional survey was conducted. A sample of citizens aged 15 years and older, sex, age, and region-stratified, was randomly selected from the 2014 voter registration lists (n = 8,395,132). Respondents with self-reported allergies were further analyzed. Results Overall, 93% of the respondents with self-reported allergies reported the use of 1 or more CAM modalities during the past 30 days. Herbal teas, relaxation techniques, a detoxifying diet, dietary supplements (excluding vitamins and minerals), and reflexology were used in respondents with allergies. Females, under age 30, with higher education, higher income, and self-reported poor health, were significantly associated with the use of CAM among respondents with allergies. Conclusions The prevalence of CAM use among people with self-reported allergies in the Czech Republic is higher compared to other countries, with determinants of CAM varying across specific CAM categories. More attention to existing use is needed to promote the healthy adoption of CAM by raising awareness of its safe and effective use, both for CAM users as well as for health care providers.

scholarly journals Trends of and Characteristics Associated with the Online Prescription Filling Behavior among Adults in the United States: Results from the National Health Interview Survey, 2009-2018 (Preprint)

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lin-Ya Yang ◽  
Jennifer Lyons ◽  
Steven Erickson ◽  
Chung-Hsuen Wu
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Health Care Providers ◽  
National Health ◽  
National Health Interview Survey ◽  
The United States ◽  
Care Providers ◽  
Health Interview Survey ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Health Interview ◽  
Interview Survey

BACKGROUND Filling a prescription online has become an alternative to in-person pharmacies for patients to access their medications. However, adoption of online filling has been gradual and use patterns remain unclear. OBJECTIVE This study aimed to estimate the trend and prevalence of online prescription filling behavior and identify factors associated with the behavior of filling a prescription online among adults in the United States (U.S.). METHODS We used data from the U.S. National Health Interview Survey (NHIS), spanning the years from 2009 to 2018. Filling a prescription online was defined as adult respondents (aged 18 and over) self-reported whether they had ever filled a prescription on the internet in the past 12 months during the survey year. We reported trends using weighted percentages adjusted by the NHIS complex sampling design. We used descriptive statistics and multivariable logistic regression models to examine trends and identify factors associated with online prescription filling behavior. RESULTS The number of adults reporting online prescription filling behavior significantly increased from 13,319,877 (5.9%) in 2009 to 28,308,262 (11.5%) in 2018. Those who were more likely to report filling a prescription online were aged 35-74, female, white, frequent users of the computer or internet, and reported higher education, higher income, insurance coverage, and poorer health status. CONCLUSIONS Online prescription filling behavior among U.S. adults has increased significantly from 2009 to 2018. Health care providers should be aware of the upward trend in the use of online pharmacies and ensure the safety of medication use from online prescriptions.

scholarly journals Seeking Mind, Body and Spirit Healing–-Why Some Men with Prostate Cancer Choose CAM (Complementary and Alternative Medicine) over Conventional Cancer Treatments

2008 ◽  
Vol 3 ◽  
pp. IMI.S377 ◽  
Author(s):  
Margaret A. White ◽  
Marja J. Verhoef ◽  
B.J. Davison ◽  
Hal Gunn ◽  
Karen Cooke
Keyword(s):  
Prostate Cancer ◽  
Alternative Medicine ◽  
Cancer Treatment ◽  
Complementary And Alternative Medicine ◽  
Health Care Providers ◽  
Conventional Treatment ◽  
Lifestyle Changes ◽  
Care Providers ◽  
Prostate Cancer Treatment ◽  
Complementary And Alternative

Little is known about men with prostate cancer who decline conventional treatment and use only complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). Objectives To 1) explore why men decline conventional prostate cancer treatment and use CAM 2) understand the role of holistic healing in their care, and 3) document their recommendations for health care providers. Methods Semi-structured interviews and follow-up focus groups. Sample Twenty-nine men diagnosed with prostate cancer who declined all recommended conventional treatments and used CAM. Results Based on strong beliefs about healing, study participants took control by researching the risks of delaying or declining conventional treatment while using CAM as a first option. Most perceived conventional treatment to have a negative impact on quality of life. Participants sought healing in a broader mind, body, spirit context, developing individualized CAM approaches consistent with their beliefs about the causes of cancer. Most made significant lifestyle changes to improve their health. Spirituality was central to healing for one-third of the sample. Participants recommended a larger role for integrated cancer care. Conclusion Men who decline conventional prostate cancer treatment and use CAM only may benefit from a whole person approach to care where physicians support them to play an active role in healing while carefully monitoring their disease status.

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