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At the request of the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP), R.I. Congressman Jim Langevin has introduced a resolution calling for the re-engineering of our healthcare system. The resolution contains the following compelling statement:
“[T]here is a growing body of evidence that wellness programs that promote lifestyle changes can diminish the incidence and severity of chronic disease, provide a substantial return on investment, and reduce reliance on the conventional medical care system.”
The resolution also contains the following equally compelling mandate:
“[T]he Federal Government has a responsibility to reengineer the Nation’s healthcare system to allow for the provision of adequate healthcare for future generations.”
The resolution goes on to require that the re-engineering effort include a primary focus on wellness and natural health principles.
AANP Executive Director Karen Howard shared these thoughts with us:
“The importance of the message contained in this Resolution cannot be underestimated. Not one health care reform conversation to date has taken on the challenge of transforming our disease management system to one built on the foundation of being well. In other words, all current health care reform proposals on the table are destined to further bankrupt society and the health of future generations. Congressman Langevin’s resolution is the start of a new, and essential conversation.”
Read more about H. Con. Res. 406 at www.govtrack.us/congress/bill.xpd?bill=hc110-406