Abstract:
Background and Objective: Homoeopathy is one of the various alternative systems of medicine prevalent in India. A survey was conducted
during the month of January–February 2017 in a congregation at Sangam, Allahabad, to know about the awareness of general population about
Homoeopathy. Methods: A cross‑sectional survey was conducted on patients and people visiting the health check‑up camp and exhibition
stall set‑up during Magh Mela at Sangam, Allahabad. A self‑administered questionnaire was used during the survey, devised by the Central
Council for Research in Homoeopathy. Results: Of 1144 total respondents, 68.1% had knowledge about Homoeopathy. About 46.6% of
respondents believed that it has no side effects and 15.1% believed that it is cost‑effective. The diseases for which most of the participants
have taken homoeopathic treatment were fever, common cold, constipation and diarrhoea. Conclusion: General population has knowledge
about Homoeopathy, but various misconceptions are also prevalent. Awareness campaigns are needed to make people more aware about
Homoeopathy and its effectiveness in various disorders.
