Sustaining the Standards That Support Our Industry

By Mark Land, M.S., RAC-US, AAHP President

Many of the systems and standards that support homeopathy in the United States happens behind the scenes. Maintaining the HPUS requires ongoing work in areas like standards development, technical review, governance, regulatory dialogue, and long-term planning. 

Several articles in this issue offer a closer look at that work through the efforts of the Homeopathic Pharmacopeia Convention of the United States (HPCUS). In his article, outgoing HPCUS President Dr. William Shevin reflects on the changes and challenges the Convention has worked through over the past several years, including modernization efforts, committee development, regulatory projects, and long-term planning for the future of the HPUS. 

Incoming HPCUS President Dr. Todd Hoover continues that conversation by outlining several strategic priorities for the years ahead, including strengthening operational structures, supporting standards consistency, recruiting technical expertise, and ensuring the long-term sustainability of the HPUS.  

I encourage members to read both articles because I believe it gives a good sense of how much ongoing work is required to support the systems and standards our industry depends on. 

This issue also recognizes the retirement of Dr. Sandra Chase from the HPCUS Board of Directors after more than 40 years of service. Her involvement across multiple homeopathic organizations and initiatives is inspiring and reflects an extraordinary level of dedication to the profession and broader homeopathic community.  

And finally, outgoing AAHP Secretary Eric Foxman’s article provides helpful context on why AAHP Voting Members are required to maintain an HPUS subscription. As he explains, access to the Pharmacopeia is essential for manufacturers and marketers to stay current with ongoing revisions and requirements. Standards evolve over time, and maintaining those standards requires continued support and participation from the industry itself. 

What ties all of these articles together is the people behind the work. The HPUS depends on ongoing contributions from individuals who help maintain standards, review information, and support the long-term stability of homeopathy in the United States. 

AAHP appreciates the work of the HPCUS and everyone who continues contributing to that effort. I hope this issue gives members a better understanding of the scope of work involved and the importance of supporting the systems that help sustain homeopathy in the United States.