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Region Ten and Common Ground Healing Arts of Charlottesville have worked together for many years, with a common goal: removing barriers to services and care. Alicia Lenahan Common Ground has been accepting appointments for acupuncture and massage at Region Ten’s Blue Ridge Center since September 2023, with many services being offered at a discount or free of charge, which aligns with Common Ground’s mission to alleviate collective and individual suffering and foster resilience by giving communities access to local, affordable acupuncture and massage.This community-based program model enables access to treatment by eliminating unnecessary socio-economic and environmental barriers to starting a…

1 IntroductionVitamin A insufficiency during pregnancy continues to pose a substantial public health concern in numerous developing nations. In 2014, the Chinese Nutrition Society recommended supplementation with vitamin A preparations in the mid to late stages of pregnancy to alleviate the health problems caused by vitamin A deficiency in pregnant women and fetuses (1). Despite these recommendations, a large-scale survey in China in 2022 found inadequate and deficient rates of 8.36%–10.38% for vitamin A during pregnancy, which was associated with insufficient intake of vitamin A-rich foods during pregnancy, improper use of vitamin A supplements, and inappropriate cooking methods (2). Vitamin…

Over the years of reading Buddhist scriptures, I’ve always been struck by passages where the Buddha travels to other realms to teach the dharma to divine beings. I’ve been fascinated by images of bodhisattvas riding on clouds and flying in lotus position. The idea of a Pure Land in the far west of the universe sounds pretty much like an alien world. I thought I’d eventually see some X-Files episode or Netflix documentary about alien encounters across Buddhist traditions, but then I thought that even Netflix has its limits, and the idea was too far out.  Now, I’m not so…

LEHIGH ACRES, Fla., July 26, 2024 –(PR.com)– “Testimony of Faith”: a powerful reminder of the power of unwavering faith. “Testimony of Faith” is the work of author Michelle Ortega, who was born in the beautiful island of Trinidad and Tobago. She immigrated to the United States in 2001 and now lives in Florida.Ortega said: “Have you ever felt tired, depressed, overwhelmed, and frustrated by life’s challenges and problems? Are you struggling emotionally, physically, financially, or socially? Do you feel like you lack the energy and motivation to achieve your goals? Do you feel like you are a great person, that…

Bengaluru – Jindal NatureCure Institute has once again demonstrated the effectiveness of its holistic health approach by successfully treating a 43-year-old woman suffering from obesity and high blood pressure. Over the course of a 20-day naturopathic treatment programme, the patient experienced significant improvements in her health, including weight loss and normalisation of blood pressure. Meena Sharma had been battling obesity for 4 years and hypertension for 1 year, but was not taking any medication for hypertension. On admission, she weighed 127.9 kg, had a BMI of 38.6, and had a blood pressure of 143/97 mmHg. The patient was worried about…

Experts reveal the most effective skin care routines to prevent dark circles under the eyes and other signs of ageing.Mara Ibrahim said the skin around the eyes was particularly vulnerable to losing its youthful appearance as it was “10 times thinner” than the skin on the face. Mara Ibrahim shared expert tips to prevent visible signs of aging (stock image)Credit: GettyIbrahim is the U.S. national education director and skin expert for French cosmetics company Clarins.In an interview with The Sun, she shared her must-try tips for fighting the signs of ageing.Prevent dark circles under the eyes Ibrahim said there are…

Nervous system diseases, such as cerebrovascular diseases, spinal cord diseases, and neurodegenerative diseases, are characterized by high incidence, mortality, and intractability. The pathogenesis of nervous system diseases is complex, with neurodegeneration and neuroinflammation being the main features. Recent studies have increasingly emphasized the important role of neuroimmunoendocrine mechanisms in the development of neurological diseases. Neuroimmunoendocrine dysfunction is a key mechanism in the development of various nervous system diseases, including stroke, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, and depression. In addition, neuroendocrine abnormalities are related to affective disorders, and the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis plays an important role in the symptoms and recurrence…

ImageThe significant issue of healthcare advertising in India has been brought back to the fore by the recent furore surrounding Patanjali Ayurveda, a leading Indian FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods) company notorious for its Ayurvedic products and misleading advertising. While the Patanjali case is a high-profile example, it only scratches the surface of a much larger problem: a pervasive culture of questionable healthcare advertising, fuelled by a lack of stringent regulations and consumer awareness. A Pervasive ProblemA report released by the Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI) paints a dicey picture: In its May 2024 report, the council received a…

Heart disease remains the number one cause of death in the United States and worldwide. The World Health Organization reported that in 2021, deaths due to heart disease accounted for a shocking 31% of all deaths worldwide.1 According to the American Heart Association, nearly half of American adults have some form of cardiovascular disease.2 These sobering statistics are accelerating efforts to address the problem and find effective strategies for prevention and risk factor management. Rob Brewster, President of Ingredients by Nature, reports. Comprehensive Cardiovascular Support with Nutritional Supplements In this context, growing evidence supports…

Hey, guys !My name is Salwa, I’m Moroccan, I’m 34 years old, and I want to share with you a strange idea that just came to my mind. It’s really, really strange. I never thought I’d come up with an idea that would concern the whole of humanity, especially in these times when we’re so stressed and negative thoughts invade people’s minds and we try to resist them but to no avail.Right now, I am in the bathroom relieving myself and watching an inspirational video on YouTube. Something bad happened today and since then, my thoughts are flying everywhere and…