by Elizabeth Sustick, RN, Anthroposophic Nurse Specialist and vice president of the North American Anthroposophic Nurses Association. From the Lilipoh Wellness Guide The question for human-centered care that addresses the dignity and wholeness of the ill person is an urgent need of our time. Nursing and caring currently exist in a healthcare context dominated by the … [Read more...] about The caring profession of Anthroposophic Nursing
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Tending the Flame: Childhood Fever
article by Philip Incao, MD Acute inflammations like colds, the flu and fevers seem to be an inescapable part of life: everyone experiences them. Why do we get them? Many of us have noticed (if not, then our spouses have noticed!) that we often come down with a cold or flu when we are overly stressed or depleted. We explain this by assuming that stress lowers our … [Read more...] about Tending the Flame: Childhood Fever
What are Anthroposophic Medicines?
A talk Dr. Alicia Landman-Reiner, MD, offering insight into the unique qualities of the medicines and remedies used in Anthroposophic Medicine. These remedies are primarily natural, gentle, and exhibit a very low risk of side effects. They uniquely address both psychological and physical aspects simultaneously, aligning with the anthroposophical worldview that health involves … [Read more...] about What are Anthroposophic Medicines?
Changing the Culture of Health
A talk by Dr. Steven Johnson on the Changing Culture of Health: The video compellingly argues for expanding the concept of public health to include mind-body medicine, asserting it as a necessary evolution to confront rising chronic diseases and enhance overall well-being. By integrating mental, physical, and spiritual dimensions and fostering a whole-person, individualized … [Read more...] about Changing the Culture of Health
What is an Anthroposophic Medicine and How is it Chosen?
by Adam Blanning, MD December 2012 Three Paragraph Newsletter The medicines that are used in anthroposophic medicine (also often referred to as “remedies”) come from the natural world. Most are prepared from plants and minerals, a select few from the animal world, with very special attention given to the purity and quality of the substances. While most conventional … [Read more...] about What is an Anthroposophic Medicine and How is it Chosen?