According to an official with the National Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has spread to 196 countries and regions around the world and has gained global recognition for its unique strengths in disease prevention and control, as well as rehabilitation.
TCM has been included in the UNESCO Lists of Intangible Cultural Heritage, with Chinese acupuncture, Lum medicinal bathing of Sowa Rigpa, and Taijiquan being among the recognized practices. In addition, the Huang Di Nei Jing and Ben Cao Gang Mu, ancient Chinese medical classics, have been listed in the Memory of the World Register.
The popularity of TCM has led to an influx of international students coming to China to study the practice, while TCM products and services have been in great demand at the annual China International Fair for Trade in Services. China has made plans to better introduce TCM to the world, promote exchanges and mutual learning between civilizations, and help build a global community of health for all.
TCM is a medical system that has been used in China for thousands of years. It is based on the concept of Qi, or vital energy, and aims to balance the body’s energy flow to promote health and wellbeing. TCM includes various practices such as acupuncture, herbal medicine, massage, and dietary therapy.
Despite its growing popularity, TCM has faced criticism in some parts of the world, with some questioning the effectiveness and safety of its practices. However, proponents of TCM argue that it offers a holistic approach to healthcare that complements modern medicine and can be used in conjunction with other treatments to improve patient outcomes.
