Biology is no longer destiny. Our DNA doesn’t determine our health and disease prospects, as geneticists once believed. According to the new science of epigenetics, the vast majority of our genes are fluid and dynamic—and their expression is shaped by what we think an [....] » Read More
Globally, traditional medicine is fairly an acceptable practice area for health and maintenance of well-being for all populations of different age groups. Methodically and through personal and professional observations and experiences, this presentation will identify the role of [....] » Read More
Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are a series of neurodevelopmental disorders characterized by social disorders, rigid behaviors and narrow interests.The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that the prevalence of ASD has been increasing over the past 50 years. With one in 48 [....] » Read More
For modern medicine, health is determined by the results of tests conducted on the patient. Unfortunately, it therefore only considers and addresses the physical, material aspect, thus proving inadequate in responding to the growing prevalence of disorders, particularly those of [....] » Read More
Global approach to Health will be discussed by emphasizing three key aspects 1. Diversity of approaches needs to be fully integrated on multilevel aspects to maximise long-term results. Supporting practitioners’ connections and networking. E [....] » Read More
Title : Dao needle therapy - Bridging ancient wisdom with modern biomechanics, and needling science
Brian Bowen, Dao Needle Therapy, United States
Dao Needle Therapy is a groundbreaking modality that harmoniously unites ancient Oriental healing practices with contemporary biomechanical therapies. This innovative approach goes beyond the traditional realms of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), leveraging biomechanical asses [....] » Read More
Title : What is the body trying to tell us? And how do we listen better?
Emma Field, Emma Field Therapies, United Kingdom
My patients call me the Holistic Doctor, because I treat the body as a whole. I have lived and worked as a healer with energy systems since I was 3 and been dowsing since age 5. I am a Homeopath, but also a Kinesiologist, a Nutritionist and a Physical Therapist. Incorporating all [....] » Read More
Title : Prunus africana together with warburgia ugandensis is the hope for prostate enlargement (PHB)
Davis Costa Ssempuuma, Kemmetic Institute, Uganda
The incidences of enlarged prostate BPH which results into prostate cancer is very alarming. It is estimated that by the age of 60 at least half of all men worldwide will suffer from enlarged prostate and by the age of 85yrs the percentage goes higher to 90%. And now our Kemetic [....] » Read More
Title : Practical experience in combining aromatherapy and acupoint massage to improve sleep and reduce stress in Adolescents
Shui Hsiu Chang, Tzu Chi University, Taiwan
Adolescents often face issues of sleep deprivation and excessive stress due to academic pressures and societal expectations, which is particularly prominent in Asian countries such as Taiwan, China, Japan, and South Korea. However, adolescents in Western countries also encounter [....] » Read More
Title : Infusion acupuncture: Results of a 9-year study
Loch Chandler, Providence Health & Services, United States
This talk will focus on going through the results of a 9-year study of acupuncture in two Providence hospital infusion suites from 2015-2023. A total of 5,378 patients were given acupuncture. The majority of recipients were patients undergoing treatment for cancer. Other recipien [....] » Read More
Title : Factors associated with false positive fecal immunochemical tests in Trang colorectal cancer screening program population
Mookda Nivaarrarsuwonnakul , Trang Hospital, Thailand
Background & Objective: Early detection of Colo Rectal Cancer (CRC) has emerged as an important global issue. Since 2018, Fecal Immunochemical Tests (FITs) have been offered as a primary screening test for Colo Rectal Cancer (CRC) by the Thai National Health Service plan desp [....] » Read More
Title : Certified healers and community health: Analyzing legislative impacts on traditional medicine in Madagascar
Nife Joshua, Amherst College, United States
This phenomenological study investigates the impact of legislative recognition and certification of traditional healers on healthcare access, trust, and the perceived legitimacy of traditional medicine in Madagascar. Conducted in Andasibe, Morondava, and Antananarivo, the study i [....] » Read More