NCCAM Third Strategic Plan: 2011–2015
Exploring the Science of Complementary and Alternative Medicine
On February 4, 2011, NCCAM released its third strategic plan, Exploring the Science of Complementary and Alternative Medicine: Third Strategic Plan 2011–2015. The plan presents a series of goals and objectives to guide NCCAM in determining priorities for future research in complementary and alternative medicine.
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- A Message From the Director
- Introduction
- Strategic Objective 1
Advance Research on Mind and Body Interventions, Practices, and Disciplines - Strategic Objective 2
Advance Research on CAM Natural Products - Strategic Objective 3
Increase Understanding of “Real-World” Patterns and Outcomes of CAM Use and Its Integration Into Health Care and Health Promotion - Strategic Objective 4
Improve the Capacity of the Field To Carry Out Rigorous Research - Strategic Objective 5
Develop and Disseminate Objective, Evidence-Based Information on CAM Interventions - Appendix: NCCAM Strategic Planning Process
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