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Mercury, silver and selenium in serum before and after removal of amalgam restorations: results from a prospective cohort study in Norway
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2023-11-16)Objective A prospective cohort study on changes of health complaints after removal of amalgam restorations was carried out at the request of the Norwegian Directorate of Health. The aim was to provide and evaluate experimental treatment to patients with health complaints attributed to dental amalgam fillings. <p><p>Methods Patients (n = 32) with medically unexplained physical symptoms (MUPS), which ... -
A randomized controlled pilot study assessing feasibility and safety of a wilderness program for childhood, adolescent, and young adult cancer survivors: the WAYA study
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2023-08-08)Background The majority of childhood, Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) cancer survivors suffers from long-lasting health issues following cancer treatment. It is therefore critical to explore effective health promotion strategies to address their needs. Exposure to nature is a promising approach to support the needs of young cancer survivors. This study investigated whether it is feasible to ... -
Program evaluation of a wilderness experience for adolescents facing cancer: A time in nature to heal, connect and find strength
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2023-10-03)Objective Despite advances in cancer treatment and increased survival, adolescents in treatment for cancer often suffer from psychosocial distress, negative mood, and chronic health problems. Wilderness therapy is considered a promising program to address psychosocial issues among adolescents with mental or behavioral health issues. There is little research on whether it may benefit adolescents in ... -
The resilience of Jewish communities living in the diaspora: a scoping review
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2023-08-16)Introduction: Throughout history, Jewish communities have been exposed to collectively experienced traumatic events. Little is known about the role that the community plays in the impact of these traumatic events on Jewish diaspora people. This scoping review aims to map the concepts of the resilience of Jewish communities in the diaspora and to identify factors that influence this resilience.<p> ... -
Publication status and reporting quality of case reports on acupuncture-related adverse events: A systematic reviews of case studies
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2023-09-30)Introduction: Case reports on acupuncture-related adverse events (AEs) have been consistently published in the literature. This review aims to assess the current publication status of case reports on acupuncture-related AEs and evaluate their reporting quality in order to identify areas for improvement.<p> <p>Methods: This study is a systematic review (SR) of case reports. Studies describing cases ... -
Needling Point Location Used in Sham Acupuncture for Chronic Nonspecific Low Back Pain: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2023-09-06)IMPORTANCE When sham acupuncture is set as a control in evaluating acupuncture, the sham needling technique is usually different from acupuncture. However, the sham procedure is conducted either at the same points that are used for the acupuncture group or at nonindicated points.<p> <p>OBJECTIVE To assess whether the outcome of sham acupuncture varies according to the needling points in ... -
Consequences of the pandemic for CAM therapists and their patients
(Conference object; Konferansebidrag, 2022)In March 2020, the Norwegian authorities decided to shut down the country to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus. The lockdown of society resulted in many healthcare workers having to close their practice or comply with a requirement of two meters distance between patients and providers, and consultations of a maximum of 15 minutes. This also applied to the CAM providers. In collaboration with ... -
«CAMCrossEurope» regulation – with an osteopathy focus. Will harmonization improve patient safety?
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NAFKAM's arbeid med pasientsikkerhet og risiko; Sammen med eller ved siden av Pasientsikkerhetskampanjen?
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"CAMCrossEurope" regulation- Impact on patient safety- with focus on supervision
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CAM in Europe - a complex legal and regulative situation. Will hamonized EU-wide regulation strengthen CAM research and practice?
(Conference object; Konferansebidrag, 2011)<p><i>Background and objectives</i> The Pan-European research network CAMbrella was established under the 7th Framework Programme in 2010. One of the main aims is to review the legal and regulatory status for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, and indicate how legal and regulatory differences can be taken into account both in research initiatives and efforts to secure equal access to health ... -
Legal regulation of CAM in Europe
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Legal status and regulation of CAM in Europe
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Legal status and regulation of CAM in Europe
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«CAMCrossEurope» regulation. Impact on patient safety – with focus on India-Nor collaboration
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Alternativ behandling- Uoversiktlig og uregulert. Pasientens frihet til å velge eller brudd på sikkert behandlingsvalg?
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The broken link - Combining conventional and complementary medicine in a safe health care delivery chain.
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The development of Standard Indicators and Meta Data to Monitor Traditional Medicine System Performance
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Adherence to lifestyle recommendations among Norwegian cancer survivors and the impact of traditional and complementary medicine use: the Tromsø Study 2015–2016
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2023-08-19)Introduction Adherence to healthy lifestyle recommendations has positive effects on cancer outcomes yet adherence is low among cancer survivors. Differences in adherence between women and men, phase of survivorship, and other factors that might increase adherence, like the use of traditional and complementary medicine (T&CM), need to be explored. We aimed to study the adherence to national recommendations ... -
Living with chronic headaches: A qualitative study from an outpatient pain clinic in Norway
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2023-01-30)Background - Although headache is considered a frequently experienced type of pain, the challenges, experiences, and perceptions of people suffering from chronic headaches are poorly understood. The aim of this study was to gain subjective information regarding these aspects in daily life, in order to answer the research question “What is life like with a chronic headache?”<p> <p>Methodology - ...
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