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TCM in mainland China and Taiwan
I'm still new to the wide, exciting world of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in mainland China and Taiwan, but am sharing my brief impressions here. One reason is that acupuncture and Chinese herbs are so marginal in Turtle Island (i.e. North America), that many...
CLINIC UPDATE: Going Deeper with Chinese Medicine
My apologies for being so out of touch during my sabbatical year in Taiwan! The time flew by quickly and I hope you have been well. New news: I have been accepted for a full grant towards three years of Master's studies at the Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine in...
‘Indigenous Approaches to Healing Trauma’
“When I experience dadirri, I am made whole again... I can sit on the riverbank or walk through the trees; even if someone close to me has passed away, I can find my peace in this silent awareness. There is no need of words. A big part of dadirri is listening.”...
Cancer Risk in the Trans Community
The September 2015 editorial of a medical journal The Lancet Oncology was titled "Cancer Risk in the Transgender Community." Its writers describe how unique health requirements, lack of appropriate research, and systemic discrimination in health care (both in cancer...
‘Buying time’… Pre-fertility tips from Chinese medicine
At my age, many of my friends and family are considering whether or not to start families. As more folks are waiting until later to have kids, fertility support has become an increasingly relevant topic. The Ontario government recently announced they would fund one...
Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture and Heart Health
Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine herbs are used effectively in Chinese hospitals for stroke, hypertension, atherosclerosis, angina, coronary heart disease, and more. Around the world, acupuncturists can help you lower your blood pressure, improve blood...