A survey describing the use of complementary therapies and medicines by women attending a family planning clinic

Complementary medicines (CMs) are widely used by women. Although, women in Australia are frequent users of CM, few studies have examined their utilisation by women attending a family planning service. The aim of this study was to examine (i) the extent of and type of CM, (ii) women’s views about safety and efficacy, and (iii) the factors influencing women’s decision-making. A cross-sectional survey using a convenience sample of 221women aged...