The use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) by the general public is increasing and CAM is becoming more relevent to mainstream health-care professionals. The option of CAM will increasingly need to be considered when making clinical decisions, including rapid referral or prescribing. The Desktop Guide to Complementary and Alternative Medicine presents evidence-based content and is a reliable source of objective information for all health-care providers and physicians. This handy reference includes a searchable CD-ROM.