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» NIHSeniorHealth Adds Complementary, Alternative Medicine Information

Older adults are frequent users of complementary and alternative medicine, also known as CAM, which can include products such as vitamins and herbal supplements, and practices such as chiropractic manipulation, acupuncture, meditation and massage.

Older adults are frequent users of complementary and alternative medicine, also known as CAM, which can include products such as vitamins and herbal supplements, and practices such as chiropractic manipulation, acupuncture, meditation and massage. According to a new nationwide government survey, 41 percent of adults in the United States aged 60-69 use some form of CAM. They and other consumers can learn about these approaches in "Complementary and Alternative Medicine," the latest topic on NIHSeniorHealth, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Web site designed especially for older adults.

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National Institutes Of Health

» New Michigan Medical Marihuana Program Web Site Launched

The Michigan Department of Community Health launches the Medical Marihuana Program Web site, which is designed to inform residents and health professionals about the administrative rules and procedures pertaining to the use of medicinal marihuana.

The Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH) today announced the launch of the Medical Marihuana Program (MMP) Web site, which is designed to inform residents and health professionals about the administrative rules and procedures pertaining to the use of medicinal marihuana.

The MMP Web site, michigan.gov , provides comprehensive information on the Medical Marihuana Act, the proposed administrative rules and the requirements to apply to the program. The site also features frequently asked questions and program status updates.

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Michigan Department Of Community Health

» Can Acupuncture Help Arthritis?
Acupuncture has been cited as a natural cure for arthritis symptoms by the World Health Organization since 1980. Acupuncture refers to needle therapy. Acupuncturists insert tiny needles into the body at strategic locations or acupuncture points that are known to be high-energy spots. The stimulation provided has various physical and psychological benefits for arthritis patients.

» Acupuncture : Introduction & History
This article provides a brief introduction to the the history and theory of acupuncture, including a traditional Chinese medical view, as well as an easily-understood explanation for the layman.