THE SUPPORT SPECIALIST IN BIOINFORMATICS NATURAL HEALERS OATH

'SUPPORT SPECIALIST IN HERBAL PHARMACY AND HEALING INFORMATICS'

NATURAL HEALERS OATH

As a Support Specialist of Herbal Pharmacy & Healing informatics, I pledge that I will not, in any manner, or at any time, abuse the responsibility entrusted to me. I will use my God-given gift to the very best of my ability to alleviate suffering and in the service of humanity without seeking acclaim. I will not criticize other healers. As a channel for the power and the love of God, I understand that this power and love will be directed through me to where it is most needed. Thus, I will not in any way interfere with medical treatment and will work in co-operation with my fellow healers. I will use my gift with conscience and dignity and the physical, mental and spiritual health of my client shall be my first consideration at all times.

I will hold 'Health' as defined as a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. In my services, at all times will I speak truth to the best of my ability or remain in silence. Whatsoever things I see or hear concerning the life of those, in my attendance which ought not to be noised abroad, I will keep silence thereon, counting such things to be as sacred secrets. Pure will I keep my service to the healing arts. Encouraging respect for and trust in nature's inherent wisdom.

Complementary medicine is used together with conventional medicine. An example of a complementary therapy is using aromatherapy to help lessen a patient's discomfort following surgery.

Alternative medicine is used in place of conventional medicine. An example of an alternative therapy is using a special diet to treat cancer instead of undergoing surgery, radiation, or chemotherapy that has been recommended by a conventional doctor.

Whole medical systems are built upon complete systems of theory and practice. Often, these systems have evolved apart from and earlier than the conventional medical approach used in the United States. Examples of whole medical systems that have developed in Western cultures include homeopathic medicine and naturopathic medicine. Examples of systems that have developed in non-Western cultures include traditional traditional Chinese medicine and Ayurveda.

Mind-Body Medicine

Mind-body medicine uses a variety of techniques designed to enhance the mind's capacity to affect bodily function and symptoms. Some techniques that were considered CAM in the past have become mainstream (for example, patient support groups and cognitive-behavioral therapy). Other mind-body techniques are still considered CAM, including meditation, prayer, mental healing, and therapies that use creative outlets such as art, music, or dance.

Biologically Based Practices

Biologically based practices in CAM use substances found in nature, such as herbs, foods, and vitamins. Some examples include dietary supplements, herbal products, and the use of other so-called natural but as yet scientifically unproven therapies (for example, using shark cartilage to treat cancer).

Manipulative and Body-Based Practices

Manipulative and body-based practices in CAM are based on manipulation and/or movement of one or more parts of the body. Some examples include chiropractic or osteopathic manipulation, and massage.

Energy Medicine

Biofield therapies are intended to affect energy fields that purportedly surround and penetrate the human body. Some forms of energy therapy manipulate biofields by applying pressure and/or manipulating the body by placing the hands in, or through, these fields. Examples include qi gong, Reiki, and Therapeutic Touch.
DRAFT CODE OF ETHICS Philosophy of Natural Medicine The Bioinformatics Apothecary serves the scientific and educational needs of health informatics practitioners and the general public. We develop and maintain computational resources to facilitate world-wide communications and collaborations between people of all educational and professional levels. We provide and promote open access to the materials and methods required for, and derived from, research, development and education. Do no harm Find and treat the cause Treat the whole person Doctor as teacher The healing power of nature Promote wellness As a ______________ Practitioner, I ____________________________________, am governed by the appropriate statutory legislation and regulations; In addition to this, and in the conduct of my business, I commit to the following principles: 1. I always maintain the highest standard of professional conduct towards both the client and to society; 2. I am fair and truthful with my clients and will uphold professional client-confidentiality; 3. I observe, inform and practice within the scope of my accredited training; 4. I do not medically diagnose, prescribe or treat unless licensed to do so; 5. I recognize and respect the validity of other methods of treatment and the ethical priority of referring appropriately; 6. I continuously seek to improve my knowledge and skills, in support of my client's wellbeing and my own professional competence; 7. I use ______________ for the purpose of identifying imbalances and appropriate balancing corrections; 8. I undertake to confirm this process with my client, thus ensuring full client participation and choice throughout the consultation; 9. I recognize that _________________ is not a tool for precognition; 10. 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I recognize that my primary obligation is towards the client, hence I apply my skills to the best of my ability for the benefit of the client; 5. I undertake to manage my practice hygienically and safely; 6. I comply with all current legislation with regard to the availability and sale of products. 7. I manage my professional relationship with my client in the following ways; • inform the client as is necessary during the consultation process; • I advise the client of my fee structure; • I maintain accurate records; • I respect the confidentiality of records; • I comply with a court's subpoena for records only under duress; 8. I abide by the ____________ Disciplinary Code Print Name in Full: ______________________________ SIGNATURE:______________ Date: ____________

THE NEED FOR NATURAL HEALING INFORMATICS SUPPORT SPECIALISTS!

Natural healing, often referred to as "alternative" "complementary" or "integrative" medicine covers a broad range of healing philosophies, approaches and therapies. It refers to treatments and healthcare practices not taught widely in medical schools or not generally used in hospitals. As these healing methods continue to become integrated with mainstream healthcare, the outlook for careers in the natural healing field remains strong.

Essential Statistics
It is exciting to note the increasing acceptance and visibility of alternative and complementary forms of healing:

The National Center for Complementary & Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) reports that more than 62% of Americans use alternative medicine to address their health and wellness concerns.
The budget for the NCCAM went from $50 million in 1993, to $117.7 million in 2004.
In addition, Americans spent more than $36 billion on these therapies in 1997, exceeding out-of-pocket spending for all U.S. hospitalizations.
The Journal of American Medical Association (JAMA) reports a 47.3% increase in total visits to alternative medicine practitioners between 1990 and 1997.
A survey published in 1994 revealed that more than 60% of doctors from a wide range of specialties recommended alternative therapies to their patients at least once. That same study also reported that 47% of those doctors used alternative therapies themselves.
Nearly 3/4 of U.S. medical schools offer elective courses in alternative and complementary medicine or include it in required courses.
A 1998 JAMA study showed that people turn to alternative healing not so much as a result of dissatisfaction with conventional medicine, but largely because the healthcare alternatives more closely mirror their own values, beliefs and philosophical orientations toward life.

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cosmetics dollar volume reaches $24.7 billion.

Independents in Decline
As the chart shows, independent pharmacies were the only practice sector to show a decline in number of prescriptions dispensed since 1992. The number has declined every year, from 790 million in 1992 to 730 million in 1997. Chain stores continued to lead in volume, dispensing 1.1 billion Rxs, or almost 40% of prescriptions. Mail order growth surpassed that of food and mass merchandisers.

A $106 Billion Market
The total dollar volume for prescription and OTC drugs and diagnostic agents was more than $106 billion in 1997. The market for prescription drugs alone was over $83 billion, a gain of 16% over 1996. According to IMS Health, a market research firm, “the substantial rate of growth in the industry continues to be driven by non-price factors.? New products and line extensions accounted for more than half of the real sales growth. IMS notes that prices for branded pharmaceuticals rose by 4.3% in the second quarter of 1998 compared to the same quarter in 1997. There was a decrease of 5.1% in generic prices. Number of prescriptions approaches three billion. The number of prescriptions dispensed in the noninstitutional pharmacy market will be approximately 2.8 billion in 1998, or more than 11 prescriptions for every person in the U.S. There were 2.6 billion prescriptons dispensed in 1997, a growth of 5% over 1996. Growth has been fueled by an aging population, new drug introductions, and an increasing number of people receiving a drug benefit in their health plans. The chart shows the number of prescriptions dispensed in five practice settings between 1992 and 1997.

Third Party Coverage
Third party coverage has been a big factor in the market’s growth. In 1997, third party plans paid for 62% of prescriptions. An increasing number of employer health plans are now covering prescriptions. In fact, they helped pay for 47% of dispensed drugs. Another source of growth is drug coverage under Medicare and Medicaid.

We believe that every interaction we have with others is an energy exchange. When we offer ourselves, our services, or our energies to others, it is important that there be an energy exchange. We need to learn to honor ourselves. For example, a teacher and healer who offers their services for free, will create an imbalance of energy exchange. Giving of oneself and receiving nothing in return, for extended periods of time, is very unhealthy (physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually) and leads to burnout. We are not suggesting that one approach life with the attitude of "what's in it for me?" However, giving without an exchange teaches the receiver nothing and robs the giver of fair exchange. This does not always take the form of money. Good and services were the currency of mankind in historical times. There is Bartering. Give and receive. There is balance. Jesus and his disciples gave of their time and energy for the purposes of healing and teaching. In return they were given hospitality, food, shelter, and clothing. You can also become a teacher and a healer. As a teacher and a healer you can be someone everybody needs. You can also spread God's love and truth. In response to rising abuse in our culture, we work to reduce illness, suffering, drug addiction, and the poverty associated with the disintegration of the family. Serving People's Needs, One Life at a Time. Remember, your prosperity enables you to help more people.

The primary goal of the Support Specialist is to establish a New Global Healthcare System that can be implemented simply and economically in any country, at the local level and right up to the level of national public health policy. Based on scientific breakthroughs in the areas of vitamin research and cellular health, it is already possible that cardiovascular disease, cancer, Aids and other common diseases will be largely unknown in future generations if this New Global Healthcare System is implemented now.

This primary goal has particular relevance to people in the developing world where the integration of natural health approaches into public health strategies will significantly improve the health and lives of millions of people, who may otherwise be unable to access any other forms of affordable healthcare.

Indisputably the turn from the second millennium to the third has coincided with worldwide changes in healthcare. Each day more and more patients and health professionals are taking advantage of the fact that most common diseases can be effectively prevented, and treated naturally, by vitamins and other natural therapies.

Health improvements achieved with essential nutrients are so superior to conventional medical approaches for cardiovascular diseases, cancer, Aids and other common diseases that major health insurance companies in Europe are now reimbursing the cost of these remedies.