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New Acupuncture Section Now Open

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As part of our continuing effort to illustrate the benefits of Asian healing to the public, acupuncturetoday.com has created a new section aimed at educating consumers. Titled "The ABCs of TCM and Acupuncture," the new section gives an overview of some of the most popular forms and concepts of traditional Chinese medicine, including acupressure, tui na, and the yin/yang theory. The section also provides detailed information on acupuncture titles and designations, and contact information for every ACAOM-accredited and candidate school in the U.S. and Canada.

To access The ABCs of TCM and Acupuncture, click the link on the front page of acupuncturetoday.com, or enter acupuncturetoday.com/consumers/about-acupuncture on your Web browser.

September 2002
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