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Article Abstract:

Traditional herbal medicine is the medicine of the poor in Latin America. In most Latin American countries there is now a three-tier system of medical care. It features traditional herbal medicine, an official system of public health, and private practice for a few rich. Traditional medicines are linked to cultural independence and identity, and are cheap. Help is now being given to Latin American countries to improve health by using traditional medicines. EDUCSA, a non-governmental movement, is undertaking a three-year research programme into medicinal plants in Honduras. Health Unlimited, a UK charity, is providing health care training and help in communities which have been affected by conflict. Herbal medicine used by Amazonian Indians is also presented.

Health aspects, Economic aspects, Medical care, Medicine, Herbal, Herbal medicine

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Wound cleansing: principles and practice

Article Abstract:

Decisions on when, and how, to clean a wound are generally taken by nurses who should begin by considering whether it would be more appropriate simply to redress the wound. Successful wound cleansing involves using the appropriate technique, selecting the right cleansing agent and choosing the right equipment. Wounds are generally either swabbed or irrigated. Swabbing is inappropriate if newly granulating or epithelialising tissue is present while irrigation is inappropriate for bleeding wounds or when nerve endings are exposed. One of the least harmful cleansing agents is saline 0.9%.

Care and treatment, Wounds and injuries, Wound care

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The new fringe?

Article Abstract:

The 'new fringe' of complementary medicine includes techniques such as radionics, iridology, neurolinguistic programming, rebirthing, crystal healing, and Kirlian photography. Such new therapies rarely provide extensive research to support their claims. Complementary medicine has been offered to patients under family health service authorities, district health authorities, and trusts since 1993.

Innovations, Alternative medicine

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