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Acupuncture benefits: Traditional medicine could help with hypertension and osteoporosis

Acupuncture points are believed to stimulate the central nervous system, said John Hopkins Medicine. The site continued: “This, in turn, releases chemicals into the muscles, spinal cord, and brain. “These biochemical changes may stimulate the body’s natural healing abilities and promote physical and emotional well-being. “National Institutes of Health (NIH) studies have shown that acupuncture… Read More »

Ask the Doctor: D. Todd Detar, DO, Answers Questions about Osteopathic Medicine and His Role in the Community

D. Todd Detar, DO Q. What attracted you to medicine? A. While studying health education at the University of Delaware, a college sports injury ended my life’s dream of becoming an NFL player. One of my coaches saw an opportunity for me to work as a trainer for the Philadelphia Phillies, and over time, I… Read More »

SIRUM Expands Medicine Access Model Nationally Through Participation In 2020 Audacious Cohort – PRNewswire

PALO ALTO, Calif. and ATLANTA, June 18, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Today, SIRUM —  a not for profit tech company turning surplus prescription medicine into a lifeline and key resource for low-income Americans — announced its participation in the 2020 The Audacious Project cohort, a funding collaborative housed at TED which convenes social entrepreneurs to support bold… Read More »