Acupuncture pain molecule ‘pin’-pointed. Sorry for the bad pun, but the BBC reported in May 2010 that a part of the effects of acupuncture and pain can be explained. This involves the natural release of chemicals that reduce inflammation and can help with...
A moving film about the rehabilitation of a stroke patient Though the title may put some one off, this is a moving film about the rehabilitation of Devin Dearth, a successful American businessman who suffers a debilitating stroke. Let down by the American health...
Gentle Chinese Exercise Benefits Depression in the Elderly Tai Chi is an ancient form of exercise (and believe it or not a martial art). It is a series of slow movements and breathing, and is good for you! The New York Times has published an article based on the The...
Acupuncture helps with Menopausal Flushes, Night Sweats, Anxiety and Terrible Mood Swings? In the Daily Express, of all papers, Bonnie Estridge writes that despite reservations about acupuncture being loony, it helped with many problems of Menopausal symptoms. These...
Prostate Awareness Month This is a short information post for those who wish to raise awareness of prostate cancer. As this month is prostate awareness month – Prostate cancer is usually slow growing and men can go through their lives with no symptoms, or mild...
The following statement was issued on the British Acupuncture Council forum in February 2011. It reflects the high standard of management of the British Acupuncture Council and it’s relationship with the Ministry of Health. (Well done in particular to Mike...
