Pennsylvania laws are stopping certified homeopaths from practicing legally.

Right now, dedicated practitioners like Karen M. Diefenbach cannot help patients without an MD license, limiting your freedom to choose alternative healthcare. 11 other states already have "Safe Harbor" laws to protect alternative medicine—Pennsylvania needs to be next.

Sign this petition to urge PA legislators to introduce a Safe Harbor bill and protect your right to alternative health choices!

Karen M. Diefenbach, of Alternative Health Inquiries LLC located in New Hope, PA, is a fully certified classical homeopath. She has earned the highest standard in homeopathic training, devoting her life to providing natural and effective care to those in need. Unfortunately, current Pennsylvania laws, notably the Medical Practice Act and Pharmacy Act, bar her from practicing her craft legally unless she holds a medical doctor’s license or collaborates under an MD’s supervision. This restrictive framework prevents Karen and numerous other talented homeopaths from offering their valuable services to the public, limiting patient access to homeopathic care.

Safe Harbor laws exist in other states (MN, RI, CA, LA, NV, AZ, CO, NM, OK, ID, & ME) to protect practitioners of complementary and alternative medicine by allowing them to offer services without being prosecuted for practicing medicine without a license. These laws recognize the viability and benefits of alternative health practices and enable consumers to choose the type of health care they prefer. **The introduction of a Safe Harbor bill in Pennsylvania would address the pressing need for legislative reform by acknowledging and legitimizing the practices of certified homeopaths like Karen.**

Approximately 200 million people worldwide rely on homeopathic remedies as a primary form of healthcare (source: World Health Organization). Moreover, homeopathy is legally recognized and widely practiced in countries like the UK, Germany, and India. **The potential benefits of homeopathy are supported by countless patient testimonies and a significant body of research that points to its effectiveness.**

Importantly, legalizing homeopathy under Safe Harbor provisions would not only bolster the rights of practitioners like Karen but also expand citizens’ choices in healthcare. **It empowers individuals, particularly those with chronic ailments, to access complimentary therapeutic options that align with their personal beliefs and lifestyle preferences.**

The implementation of a Safe Harbor bill will establish a regulatory framework that respects both traditional and alternative medicinal practices. This necessary progression in state legislation will improve public health outcomes while safeguarding professional standards.

We urge Pennsylvania legislators to consider the positive impact of integrating such a bill for our state’s diverse healthcare needs. **Sign this petition to support Karen and many other dedicated homeopaths, and to advocate for legislative change that honors our freedom to choose alternative health solutions.**