In natural language and in cognitive decision-making, alternative is one of several things/(abstract or real objects)/actions which can be chosen. From a specific perspective/(point of view)/goal, alternatives are always equivalent.

In logic and mathematics, alternative is the element of logical disjunction.

In different contexts alternative (or Alternativism) may refer to :

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Patient Money: For a Frugal Dieter, Weight Loss on a Sliding Scale
By LESLEY ALDERMAN Sat, 04 Jul 2009 01:58:49 -0000
A dieter’s commitment to weight loss can sometimes be linked to how much money he or she is willing to spend.
Global Update: Tuberculosis: TB Vaccine Too Dangerous for Babies With AIDS Virus, Study Says
By DONALD G. McNEIL Jr. Thu, 02 Jul 2009 20:32:13 -0000
A common tuberculosis vaccine is too risky to give to those born infected with the AIDS virus, says a new study published by the World Health Organization.
Swine Flu Death Toll in Argentina Climbs
By ALEXEI BARRIONUEVO Sat, 04 Jul 2009 01:58:52 -0000
Argentina’s president said she would not rule out closing major public venues where swine flu could spread more quickly.
Revisions to Health Bill Are Unveiled by Democrats
By JACKIE CALMES Fri, 03 Jul 2009 06:30:37 -0000
Action by the leaders of the Senate health committee cleared the way for a vote by the panel next week.
Sanofi Drug for Heart Rhythm Disorder Is Approved
By DUFF WILSON Fri, 03 Jul 2009 05:22:10 -0000
Sanofi plans to begin marketing Multaq, generically known as dronedarone, in the United States this summer.
Suicide Warnings for 2 Anti-Smoking Drugs
By GARDINER HARRIS and DUFF WILSON Thu, 02 Jul 2009 06:39:18 -0000
Federal drug regulators warned that patients should be watched closely for signs of serious mental illness.

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