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take responsibility for your health through a balanced approach, involving both alternative and conventional health care |
| 2. |
Learn the basics of 20 types of alternative health care and how each may benefit you |
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ask the right questions to find a qualified practitioner |
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confirm that your practitioner has met educational standards and is registered with a governing body, where required by law |
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contact professional associations for referrals and information |
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check which practitioners are located near you, anywhere in Canada |
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know which practitioners are coverd by government health care funding in each province, and by how much |
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choose a school or educational program if you are interested in pursuing a career in alternative health care |