Natural Medicine

The WTO's Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) acknowledges the need to protect traditional knowledge and medicinal practices. This includes addressing concerns about biopiracy and ensuring that indigenous communities benefit from the commercialization of their traditional knowledge. The WTO encourages member countries to respect and safeguard traditional medicinal practices while promoting fair trade practices that prevent exploitation.

The WHO recognizes traditional medicine as a valuable component of global health systems and provides guidance on its safe and effective use. The WHO's Traditional Medicine Strategy aims to promote the quality, safety, and efficacy of traditional medicine practices through evidence-based research and integration with conventional healthcare services.

Traditional medicine encompasses a vast array of practices and beliefs that have been developed and refined over centuries within various cultures. Recognized for its holistic approach to health and well-being, traditional medicine includes methods such as herbal remedies, acupuncture, and spiritual healing. It is grounded in the understanding that health is a balance between physical, mental, and spiritual elements. Many countries have formally integrated traditional medicine into their healthcare systems, acknowledging its cultural significance and therapeutic potential.

The Church of Christ seeks to elevate recognition of Natural Medicine within the Church and the Western world.

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