In 2023, the total number of scientific publications in Complementary and Alternative Medicine in the UK was 50.36 publications. From 2024 to 2028, a declining trend is forecasted with the number of publications decreasing from 47.9 in 2024 to 36.98 in 2028. The year-over-year variations indicate a consistent decrease of approximately -5.8% annually. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over this five-year period shows an average decline of -6.08% per year.
Future trends to watch for include potential shifts in research focus or funding which might influence publication rates. Developments in policy support for alternative medicine could either hinder or boost academic interest and output in the field.
