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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 10h

Acupuncture in Medicine issue 5 of v44 is out journals.sagepub.com/toc/aima/44/5

John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Episode 5: In Search of Acupuncture in the Mountains and Seas 02 | A Western ophthalmologist steps into a traditional Chinese medicine clinic: 32 years of migraine meets the Zhìdòng needle

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Contrast Dye used during MRI scans causing Nasty Material to Form Inside Body, Scientists Find trib.al/l6ByaCd

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Perspective by Adam Sawatsky, MD, MS, and Andrea Leep Hunderfund, MD, MHPE: #PhysicianBurnout may reflect more than overwork. ja.ma/3V8KTtx

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Can acupuncture help halt the progression of prediabetes? A comprehensive review examined the metabolic benefits of acupuncture and moxibustion for individuals at risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Article: www.dovepress.com/acupuncture-... 🔎 acupunctureupdate.com

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Thanks to social media, more Americans are trying out Traditional Chinese Medicine. Is it just a fad or a cultural bridge? Susan St.Denis and Wang Qiao spoke to practitioners to uncover how Traditional Chinese Medicine can lead to deeper exchanges in medicine and US-China relations.

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Clinical trials advance clinical care, but can be challenging and expensive to conduct. N-of-1 trials can overcome these limitations and facilitate shared decision-making between provider and patient. Date/Time: Tuesday, October 27, 4:00 pm ET Register: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Among patients with #Depression who reported high intake of #UltraprocessedFoods, a pilot crossover trial found that a low-ultraprocessed-food diet was feasible, acceptable, and substantially reduced ultraprocessed food consumption. ja.ma/4ybjt4B

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

What does an herbal formula actually sound like? In this episode of Elevated Practice, host Gretchen Badami sits down with Dr. Rick Gold- acupuncturist, author, co-founder of the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, and executive producer at Meta Mindfulness Music. www.youtube.com/watch?v=MxLA...

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Dr. Rick Gold: The Sonic Herbalist: Translating Plant Bioelectricity into Musical Medicine

YouTube video by Elevated Practice | By Handcraft Health

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

In Search of the Acupuncture Point in the Mountains and Seas 01 | Why did an ophthalmologist trained in Western medicine ultimately choose traditional Chinese medicine to treat 32 years of migraines?

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Billions of people worldwide use traditional, complementary and integrative medicine but less than 1% of global health research funding is dedicated to understanding where these approaches are safe, effective and appropriate. www.paho.org/en/news/21-9...

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Depression affects millions of people worldwide, highlighting the growing need for safe, personalised, and multidimensional approaches to mental health care. www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Imagine if wellness treated the pain and centered the wellbeing of the hood. A video by Kenji Summers.

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

"Oriental Wisdom: When the World Meets Traditional Chinese Medicine" Ep 3: Extraordinary TCM 02 | The first foreign PhD in Traditional Chinese Medicine becomes a disciple of a National TCM Master and practices in Luxian, Sichuan; helping to establish the world's first TCM Luban Workshop in Tianjin.

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Moxibustion on the Ura-naitei point: apply moxibustion immediately for food poisoning, morning sickness, hay fever, or allergies! The skin on the soles of the feet is thick, so you can rest assured that the moxibustion won't cause burns. www.acumihotokyo.com

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Can acupuncture do more than just relieve pain by actively repairing damaged tissue? A comprehensive review examined how acupuncture treats musculoskeletal conditions like osteoarthritis and back pain. www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.... 🔎 acupunctureupdate.com

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Episode 3: Extraordinary TCM 02 | The first foreign PhD in Traditional Chinese Medicine becomes a disciple of a National TCM Master and practices in Luxian, Sichuan; helping to establish the world's first TCM Luban Workshop in Tianjin.

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

The 8th World Traditional Medicine Forum and World Federation of TCM Trade Services The value of traditional medicine in cancer care, gynecological disorders and pain management September 19-20, 2026 Amsterdam, The Netherlands wtmforum.com/en/

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Moxibustion, acupuncture needles, and fire‑needling demos – 42 TCM students from 13 countries just wrapped up a hands‑on session at Sanya Hospital of TCM.

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Scans of the Huang di nei jing su wen, from the Jin dynasty, between 1115 and 1234. www.loc.gov/resource/gdc...

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

"Oriental Wisdom: When the World Meets Traditional Chinese Medicine" Episode 3: Extraordinary TCM 01 | African Top Scorer in College Entrance Exams Comes to China to Study TCM and Becomes the World's First Foreign PhD in Traditional Chinese Medicine.

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Society of Hospital & Healthcare System Based Acupuncturists (SOHHA) is hosting a live virtual event on Saturday, 9/19/2026, to teach about the interdisciplinary team care model in the healthcare system setting www.thehospitalhandbook.com/events/2026/...

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

On September 12, 2001, St. Vincent’s Hospital in lower Manhattan opened a free daily ear acupuncture clinic for stress reduction to support the community after the 9/11 attacks on the World Trade Center. The clinic ran for 6 years and treatments were covered through a grant from American Red Cross.

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Kiiko Matsumoto will be teaching in Offenbach, Germany, next week. www.abz-mitte.de/weiterbildun...

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

A comprehensive review published in the Journal of Multidisciplinary Healthcare evaluated the effectiveness of complementary therapies in oncology. pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC... 🔎 acupunctureupdate.com

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Foreign students learn Traditional Chinese Medicine in Shenyang, China's Liaoning Professor Dong Baoqiang (R, front) demonstrates cupping therapy for foreign students at Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Shenyang. en.people.cn/n3/2026/0909...

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

The 29th of September there is a #SIO2026 a pre-conference workshop for “Oncology Acupuncture 102,” focused on advanced clinical decision-making, safety governance, and integrating acupuncture into oncology care systems. Register: integrativeonc.org/sio-2026-con...

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Episode 1: Garden of Vitality 04 — Jiang Xide devotes himself to the overseas promotion of Traditional Chinese Medicine, helping TCM culture achieve cross-linguistic translation and cultural integration.

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

A global star on the yangsheng scene, Giulia Boschi, author of the book "Blossoming Roots. A Cultural Journey Into Chinese Medicine", scholar, lecturer and practitioner, sharing her insight into the manifestation of autumn. www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMVb...

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British Acupuncture Council. Yangsheng webinar series. Autumn with Giulia Boschi

YouTube video by British Acupuncture Council

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

Traditional Chinese Medicine discussed in the Psychology Today magazine. www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/mood...

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Wondering how evidence synthesis is evolving with the growth of #AI? Gaelen Adam talks about “Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Tools to (Semi-)Automate Evidence Synthesis: A Rapid Review and Evidence Map” Date: Tue Sep 15, 11:00 EDT Register: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

I will be teaching in Poland next month!

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Episode 1: Garden of Vitality 03 — Inheritance and Practice of the Core Philosophies of the Menghe Medical School: A Dialogue Between Three Doctors | China Today 第一集《生机花园》03：孟河医派核心理念的传承与践行，三位医家的对谈｜China Today 中国头条

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Dit Da Recipes were often kept secret, but this beautifully crafted book by Dane Tobias contains 36 external recipes. Each formula comes with a featured ingredient page, so that you understand not only what to use, but the properties of each herb. www.amazon.com/36-Dit-Recip... bakmeionline.com

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

"Oriental Wisdom: When the World Meets Traditional Chinese Medicine" focuses on foreigners from around the globe. Episode 1: Garden of Vitality 02. Volker Scheid connects with the Menghe Medical School, dedicating himself to creating a milestone masterpiece in TCM research. China Today.

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Last chance (just 2 weeks) to be part of this amazing event with the legend! For more info and to book please visit www.kmspractitioners.com

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Fertility challenges affect many individuals and couples, with the World Health Organisation estimating that around 1 in 6 people globally experience infertility during their lifetime.

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Chinese Medicine Physiology Applied: The Spleen. Classical Physiology in Modern Terms, a blog by Miguel Torres Gonzalez. flowingqitcm.substack.com/p/chinese-me...

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Chinese Medicine Physiology Applied: The Spleen

Classical Physiology in Modern Terms.

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John Jaarsveld @itchigo.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

"Oriental Wisdom: When the World Meets Traditional Chinese Medicine" focuses on foreigners from around the globe who have formed a bond with TCM. Episode 1 "Garden of Life" part 1: Heiner Fruehauf's Quest—From Discovering TCM to Field Research, Diving Deep into TCM Culture

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