WHO K ey elements to include in a national policy on TM/CAM

1. Definition of TM/CAM.
2. Definition of government’s role in developing TM/CAM.
3. Provision for safety and quality assurance of TM/CAM  therapies and products.
4. Provision for creation or expansion of legislation relating to TM/CAM providers and regulation of herbal medicines.
5. Provision for education and training of TM/CAM providers.
6. Provision for promotion of proper use of TM/CAM.
7. Provision for capacity building of TM/CAM human resources, including allocation of financial resources.
8. Provision for coverage by state health insurance.
9. Consideration of intellectual property issues.