Introduction; Definition of homoeopathic terms; SECTION 1: The history and philosophy of homoeopathy - a brief history, homoeopathic remedies: source and preparation, the organon, the philosophy of renal disease, scientific investigation of homoeopathy, the growth of homoeopathy, comparison of related therapies; SECTION 2: The homoeopathic approach to treating a patient - taking a history, choosing a remedy, repertorisation, the first prescription, the second prescription; SECTION 3: The management of specific conditions - respiratory disorders, accidents and emergencies, musculoskeletal problems, the nervous system and emotional aspects, skin problems, genitourinary conditions, cardiovascular system, gastrointestinal problems, homoeopathy for children; SECTION 4: Homoeopathy and the community health care team - the health visitor, the midwife, the district nurse; SECTION 5: Materia medica; Appendix - useful names and addresses.