Miek Jong

Miek Jong is a Senior Lecturer at Mid Sweden University's Department of Health Sciences, specializing in complementary and alternative medicine (CAM), integrative health, and nature-based therapies. Their research focuses on wilderness programs for cancer survivors, mindfulness training for healthcare providers, and the application of CAM in chronic disease management.

• Key projects include the WAYA wilderness program for adolescent and young adult cancer survivors
• Studies on homeopathy, probiotics, and mind-body interventions
• Collaborations with Dutch and Swedish institutions

Recent publications highlight their work in journals like BMJ Open and PLOS ONE, emphasizing feasibility, safety, and holistic health outcomes. They actively contribute to health promotion practices in primary care and community settings.

Notable collaborations include research teams from Mid Sweden University, University Medical Center Utrecht, and international CAM consortia. Their work bridges clinical research with practical implementation in healthcare systems.