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The origins of traditional medicine in Asia, Africa and the Americas can be traced back thousands of years. A successful history of traditional disease prevention and treatment has been viewed with skepticism by contemporary scientists. But such views seem to be changing. <\/p>\n<\/p>\n
The World Health Organization is meeting in Hong Kong as preparations continue to update a global strategy for traditional medicine first outlined in 2001. <\/p>\n<\/p>\n
One fifth of the worlds population is believed to rely on traditional healthcare. According to WHO figures, 119 countries have developed regulatory frameworks for traditional medicine - or TM. <\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Dr. Zhang Qi is coordinator of the Geneva-based agency's traditional and complementary medicine unit. <\/p>\n<\/p>\n
This shows we should recognize the existence and harness the potential of TM [traditional medicine] to contribute to healthcare. We also [need to] ensure the safety, quality and effectiveness of TM for the public,\" he said. <\/p>\n
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