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Herbal Medicine by: C. Bailey-Lloyd/LadyCamelot Herbal Medicine, also referred to as Herbalism or Botanical Medicine, is the oldest healthcare known to mankind. Herbal medicine is the utilization of herbs for therapy or medicinal purposes. Derived from plants, herbs are used for their medicine, aroma and spice. Herb plants produce and comprise a mariyad of chemical substances that interact with our bodies. From food, to clothing, to medicine and even shelter; plants have proven invaluable throughout the history of mankind. Through trial and error and based on observations of wildlife, plants have been developed for medicinal use. Over the centuries, mankind has documented the medicinal value of herbs. Most of our medicines used today are derived from native cultures. Approximately 25% of prescription drugs in the US contain at least one active plant material ingredient. Currently, over 4 billion people or 80% of the world population use herbal medicine for some forms of healthcare. Ayurvedic practitioners, homeopathic practitioners, naturopathic practitioners, traditional Oriental practitioners and Native American Indians commonly utilize herbal medicine. Today, pharmaceutical companies are extensively researching rain forest plant materials for their medicinal potential. Herbs remain the foundation for a large amount of commercial medications used today for treatment of heart disease, blood pressure regulation, pain remedies, asthma and other health problems. A prime example of herbal medicine is the foxglove plant. Used since 1775, this powdered leaf is known as the cardiac stimulant digitalis which preserves life in millions of heart patients in modern society. From Aloe to St. John's Wort, herbal medicines are mainstream in modern civilization. To learn more about the benefits of herbal medicine, peruse our site for the latest holistic health remedies today. Herbal Medicine © All Rights Reserved by C. Bailey-Lloyd/LadyCamelot in conjunction with Holistic Junction About the Author C. Bailey-Lloyd/LadyCamelot is the Public Relations' Director & Writer for Holistic Junction -- Your source of information for Herbal Medicine Schools

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12/05/2008 04:32 AM

China-made medicine seized from illegal store at Malaysia-Thai border (The New Straits Times)

The Anti-Smuggling Unit (UPP) seized 12,285 bottles of China-made medicine, believed to be smuggled to a neighbouring country, from an illegal store at Kampung Melayu here yesterday.

12/05/2008 01:17 AM

Pet owners share gratitude for MSU's College of Veterinary Medicine staff (Detroit News)

The College of Veterinary Medicine at Michigan State University is holding its annual "Celebration of Life" Saturday to commemorate the work done by its budding doctors and reintroduce them to some of their patients.

12/05/2008 05:01 AM

Spirituality in medicine on the rise, doctor says (Arizona Daily Wildcat)

At what point does an illness cease to be a medical matter and become a spiritual one? The fine line between medicine and spirituality was the topic of discussion yesterday in a lecture titled "Spirituality: Why it has our Doctors Spooked."

12/05/2008 04:21 AM

Bad medicine (EdmontonSun.com)

For one night at least, the Doctor in the House was the doctor watching House. And Grey's Anatomy, too. So does primetime-TV medicine make sense to a real professional?

12/04/2008 03:46 PM

Nigeria: Jos Displaced Grapple With Food, Water, Medicine Shortages (AllAfrica.com)

Jos — Water, medicine and food supplies are running low for an estimated 10,000 people displaced by violence in Jos, northern Nigeria, following three days of violent clashes.

12/04/2008 02:28 PM

Hyde Park Teen Ordered To Take Medicine (The Kentucky Post)

A Hamilton County judge is ordering a Hyde Park teenager to take his medicine or face transfer to a more restrictive mental health facility.

12/04/2008 11:26 AM

BioImagene CEO, Dr. Ajit Singh, Speaks On Enabling Personalized Medicine Through Digital Pathology (Centre Daily Times)

Dr. Ajit Singh , CEO of BioImagene , spoke yesterday on the importance of digital pathology in personalized medicine - a rapidly emerging field that promises to tailor diagnoses and therapies for individual patients based on their specific profiles. Dr. Singh was speaking on the occasion of the California Society of Pathologists (CSP) Annual Meeting in Los Angeles, CA.

12/03/2008 11:18 PM

Study shows promise for placebos as personalized medicine (Ars Technica)

The promise of personalized medicine is that we can tailor therapies to individuals based on a knowledge of their genetics. A new study suggests the same applies to placeboes. Read More...

12/04/2008 11:00 AM

BioImagene CEO, Dr. Ajit Singh, Speaks On Enabling Personalized Medicine Through Digital Pathology (Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance)

CUPERTINO, Calif.----Dr. Ajit Singh, CEO of BioImagene, spoke yesterday on the importance of digital pathology in personalized medicine - a rapidly emerging field that promises to tailor diagnoses and therapies for individual patients based on their specific profiles.

12/04/2008 11:01 AM

Research and Markets: 2008 Integrative Medicine and Dietary Supplements Issue Offers a Breakdown of 2007 U.S. ... (Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance)

DUBLIN, Ireland----Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "2008 Integrative Medicine and Dietary Supplements Issue" report to their offering.