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Alaska Bills Let Naturopaths Prescribe: A Risky Move?
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Alaskas lawmakers are considering bills that would allow naturopaths to prescribe medications and expand their practice. Critics argue that naturopaths training is not equivalent to that of physicians, and there are concerns about patient safety. Supporters claim it will improve access to healthcare, but many naturopaths practice in urban areas and federal programs wont cover their services. Ultimately, the question is whether medicine can afford to compromise on safety for the sake of perceived access.
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