By Erika Munguia Introduction Access to affordable care is the main factor that drives people to consider alternative medicine. As a result, individuals seek home remedies as a replacement for prescribed medications and rely on religion for divine healing and … Read more

By Milena Jojic Introduction A warm ginger tea that soothes a sore throat, a vitamin and mineral taken before bed, or a turpentine bandage for a cut: home remedies. Home Remedies are an important facet of Complementary and Alternative Medicine … Read more

By Allison Reilly Introduction: Religion and Medicine in North Carolina Throughout history, humans have approached health and healing from a variety of lenses, ranging from traditional scientific medical care to home remedies, faith, and other cultural alternatives. Complementary and alternative … Read more

By Eleanor Hummel Introduction Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) have been practiced for generations, particularly within the American South. It has developed into a rich tradition, incorporating home remedies, religion, and race. One of the driving forces behind the prevalence … Read more