Complementary and alternative therapies
These organisations and websites deal specifically with complementary therapies and cancer care. Or they include complementary therapies in their range of activities and interests.
Although these journals are generally aimed at health professionals working in the complementary therapy field, you may find it useful to know what is available.
General medical journals also publish literature about research into complementary and alternative medicine (CAM).
There are various books about complementary and alternative therapies. Many of these are specific to cancer. But they aren’t all reliable. Be wary of books that claim an alternative therapy can cure cancer.
The books listed here give reliable and evidence-based information about complementary and alternative therapies.
Several reputable cancer organisations produce general information leaflets or booklets about using complementary therapies or alternative cancer therapies.
Find out about types of complementary therapy
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Last reviewed: 18 Oct 2022
Next review due: 18 Oct 2025
A complementary therapy means you can use it alongside your conventional medical treatment. It may help you to feel better and cope better with your cancer and treatment. An alternative therapy is generally used instead of conventional medical treatment.
Find detailed information and research into some of the many different complementary and alternative therapies used by people with cancer.
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