Unravelling AYUSH providers’ perspectives on healthcare choices of people residing in urban areas of Puducherry, India- A concurrent mixed method study
Despite some challenges, the findings suggest that AYUSH is increasingly favoured for its natural approach. A growing acceptance of integrative medicine highlights the need for cohesive care models and improved accessibility. The study emphasizes the importance of addressing state-specific needs and standardizing AYUSH practices to facilitate integration.
Authors
- Mahalakshmy Thulasingam (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8326-2855)
- KC Premarajan
- Anusha Seelamantula
Institutions
- Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research (IN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine
- Published
- 2025-08-22
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jaim.2025.101180
- Primary Topic
- Healthcare Systems and Reforms
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- Ministry of Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy
- Jawaharlal Institute Of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research