TCM Standardization Today

Publication date: 30 September 2017 Source:World Journal of Acupuncture - Moxibustion, Volume 27, Issue 3 Author(s): Jing LI, Zhen SANG In this paper, current developments and tendencies in the field of TCM international standardization were discussed: (1) Standardization on TCM nomenclature is the fundamental work which can assist to establish a unified platform thus various stakeholders can gather data and exchange meaningful information globally. (2) The trend of tele-medical services and big-data health care require a standardized system of TCM informatics and efforts of WHO in the field of classification and information deserve sufficient consideration. (3) International standards can assist to eliminate large disparities in levels of regulation between countries which have serious implications for the performance, distribution and use of Chinese medicines. (4) The case of the Eastern-Central Europe indicates that international standards on education and training positively support the reputation of TCM and safeguard the communities where it is used in. (5) Many international organizations are making very important contributions for TCM and related TCM systems. These international standards help to harmonize requirements thus removing barriers to trade, define acceptable performance and provide a resource for countries and others to use.
Source: World Journal of Acupuncture Moxibustion - Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research