An essay on the deeper causes and implications of climate-driven societal breakdown, by Professor Jem Bendell. If you have begun to anticipate the climate-driven collapse of societies, what can you wish for? I have written elsewhere about the problems of being attached to hope, if that means we falsely assume we can’t engage in the world creatively unless we have an … [Read more...]
How does medicinal cannabis work in South Africa?
Medicinal cannabis is on everyone’s lips nowadays. Yet there is much confusion about how to use or prescribe medicinal cannabis, as well as the legalities around dispensing and distributing this product. Now a Cannabis Panel Discussion by leaders in the field will demystify this current and important topic at the 2nd Conference for Integrative Medicine at the Lord Charles … [Read more...]
Doctor finds Midas Touch for back pain
I would like to introduce a medical doctor and his personal experience of coMra-Therapy, as well as how he is actively using coMra-Therapy in his practice. Dr Peycho Zlatev, MD, has worked as a doctor for all his life after graduation, which totals more than 41 years. He says that he learned the trade as young internist in his home town of Dryanovo, where during night duties … [Read more...]
Nifty gadget heals infections and inflammations fast
What to do when a sudden, severe cystitis threatens to derail your most exciting plans? Boy, have I experienced this many times! This time I was packing for the trip of a lifetime – my journey with the Rainbow Warrior III – and NOTHING was going to stand in my way. So even though I had landed in hospital many times in my life with this recurring bother, I was determined to … [Read more...]
New technology brings hope for chronic pain
We all know people who suffer from chronic pain, which debilitates up to a quarter of all adults in the United States. In South Africa, where there are far fewer statistics, it is estimated that back pain costs the country R2m billion annually. Back pain is also the leading cause for disability in South Africa for workers between the age of 19 and 45. Cheryl is no stranger … [Read more...]
Low-level laser can be used in every home
When it comes to natural healing in the green consciousness there is a strong movement away from invasive treatments and long-term dependence on pharmaceutical drugs. One effective healing instrument which is commonly used in hospitals in countries like Russia is Low-Level lasers. They have been used for many years in various medical disciplines. Physiotherapists and sports … [Read more...]
