TCMCH Hosts HPA
In September, TCMCH Community Health Initiatives class hosted Hawaiian Preparatory Academy high school students from Patrick O’Leary’s Asian Studies class. The purpose of the visit was to Introduce students to the history, theories and applications of Oriental Medicine.
Nirlepa Caridad lectured on the history and evolution of Oriental Medicine as it is practiced in the US. Becky Jacobs introduced students to the herbal clinic where they were able to taste some of the teas used for treatment. Cat Wingate demonstrated ginger moxa and cupping. Students were also given the opportunity to experience a brief NADA treatment.
Mr. O’Leary wrote after the presentation, saying “Thank you for an insightful and hands on experience today! Everyone in our small class had a wonderful time, and went away thinking about not only Chinese philosophy, but alternatives to Western medicine. We all enjoyed and appreciated all of the knowledge and enthusiasm that you shared with us today.”