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Association Between the Modalities of Complementary and Alternative Medicine Use and Cost-Related Nonadherence to Medical Care Among Older Americans: A Cohort Study
Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) use has been increasingly prevalent among Americans, whereas its relationship with medical nonadherence is unknown.
Methods:
Using the National Health Interview Survey, we evaluated the use of CAM modalities and their association with cost-related nonadherence to medical care (CRN) among older Americans by gender strata.
Results:
Men and women were, in general, in the same pattern of higher likelihood of reporting CRN if they utilized herbal supplements, meditation, and chiropractic or osteopathic manipulations (p < 0.05, respectively).
Conclusion:
Both men and women are more likely to report financial distress while using various CAM modalities.
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