In recent months, various articles with titles like “Homeopathy has no place in medicine” and “Why Science Doesn’t Buy any Homeopathic Remedies” have been abundant in the mass media. As supporters of natural medicine, naturopathic doctors and homeopaths must step up to the plate and refute the claims of these articles—the general public needs to be properly informed.
Here are three ways in which you can help to combat the negative press surrounding homeopathy:
- Know what you’re up against.
Keep up-to-date on the latest articles on the subject. Know the claims that naysayers are making against natural medicine, and ensure that you are properly prepared to refute them.
- Keep your current patients informed.
Ensure that your patients properly understand the benefits they are deriving from natural practices. If they understand the ways in which the advantages of natural medicine, they will be able to properly inform others.
- Share your side of the story.
Create a blog on your website and get on social media to help spread the word to current and prospective patients. “Setting-up and maintaining your own website is now incredibly easy and inexpensive,” adds Rob Ayoup, N.D. “Using this as a means of communicating with your patient population will further foster their satisfaction.”
So, go forth and inform the public about the benefits of natural medicine; your practice—and their health—will greatly benefit.
