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Globe and Mail
15-07-2025
- Health
- Globe and Mail
GinSen Clinic Celebrates 23 Years of Helping Couples Conceive Naturally with Fertility Acupuncture
London, United Kingdom--(Newsfile Corp. - July 15, 2025) - GinSen Clinic - London's pioneering fertility acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) clinics - is celebrating its 23rd anniversary. To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: For more than two decades, GinSen Clinics have been a beacon of hope for individuals and couples worldwide struggling with fertility, pioneering natural treatment approaches since their establishment in 2002. GinSen is proud to have a team of highly experienced Chinese Medicine experts, each with over 30 years of clinical practice in their respective fields. Their practitioners combine deep-rooted traditional knowledge offering highly personalised treatment plans. Over the years, they have built a trusted reputation, supported by a thriving online community and a loyal following across their social media platforms. TCM expert Lily Li Hua of GinSen Clinic said: "What has truly sets GinSen apart is the level of care we provided. Every patient's journey begins with a detailed consultation, where we take time to understand their unique health concerns, medical history, and lifestyle. Our support doesn't end after a session - we are committed to guiding our patients through every stage of their wellness journey, from their first consultation to their final treatment." At GinSen Clinic, all practitioners are accredited by the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC) or the Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine (UK) (ATCM), ensuring high standards of care. In addition to fertility, GinSen's team also supports patients with conditions such as PCOS, endometriosis, hormonal imbalances, fatigue, IBS, anxiety/stress, hair loss and more. As GinSen celebrates this milestone, it remains committed to offering compassionate, expert care and natural fertility solutions that have transformed lives for over two decades. About GinSen GinSen is one of the leading Traditional Chinese medicine clinics in London. It offers Acupuncture, herbal medicine, moxibustion and other holistic approaches. It also provides ready made natural herbal supplements based on ancient principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Associated Press
15-07-2025
- Health
- Associated Press
GinSen Clinic Celebrates 23 Years of Helping Couples Conceive Naturally with Fertility Acupuncture
London, United Kingdom--(Newsfile Corp. - July 15, 2025) - GinSen Clinic - London's pioneering fertility acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) clinics - is celebrating its 23rd anniversary. [ This image cannot be displayed. Please visit the source: ] GinSen Clinic To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: For more than two decades, GinSen Clinics have been a beacon of hope for individuals and couples worldwide struggling with fertility, pioneering natural treatment approaches since their establishment in 2002. GinSen is proud to have a team of highly experienced Chinese Medicine experts, each with over 30 years of clinical practice in their respective fields. Their practitioners combine deep-rooted traditional knowledge offering highly personalised treatment plans. Over the years, they have built a trusted reputation, supported by a thriving online community and a loyal following across their social media platforms. TCM expert Lily Li Hua of GinSen Clinic said: 'What has truly sets GinSen apart is the level of care we provided. Every patient's journey begins with a detailed consultation, where we take time to understand their unique health concerns, medical history, and lifestyle. Our support doesn't end after a session - we are committed to guiding our patients through every stage of their wellness journey, from their first consultation to their final treatment.' At GinSen Clinic, all practitioners are accredited by the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC) or the Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine (UK) (ATCM), ensuring high standards of care. In addition to fertility, GinSen's team also supports patients with conditions such as PCOS, endometriosis, hormonal imbalances, fatigue, IBS, anxiety/stress, hair loss and more. As GinSen celebrates this milestone, it remains committed to offering compassionate, expert care and natural fertility solutions that have transformed lives for over two decades. About GinSen GinSen is one of the leading Traditional Chinese medicine clinics in London. It offers Acupuncture, herbal medicine, moxibustion and other holistic approaches. It also provides ready made natural herbal supplements based on ancient principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Media Contact: Amy Gao [email protected] 157 King's Road, Chelsea London Greater London SW3 5TX GB To view the source version of this press release, please visit
Health Line
06-07-2025
- Health
- Health Line
Signs and Symptoms of a Migraine and How to Manage
Key Takeaways Migraine episodes can manifest differently, with symptoms varying based on the type, duration, and frequency of headaches. Recognizing these individual patterns is crucial for effective management. Episodes evolve through four distinct stages—prodrome, aura, headache, and postdrome—though not everyone experiences all stages. Understanding these phases can help in anticipating and managing the progression of a migraine. While over-the-counter and prescription medications can alleviate migraine pain, lifestyle adjustments like yoga, dietary changes, and acupuncture may also aid in prevention. A migraine journal can further assist in identifying triggers and patterns for better management. Symptoms of migraine may depend on several factors, such as the type, duration, and frequency of headaches. Migraine episodes may last up to 3 days if left untreated, according to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. They're usually caused by the activation of nerve fibers in the blood vessels of the brain. A migraine usually evolves in four separate stages, which each have different symptoms. These stages include: prodrome (premonitory) stage aura (visual symptoms or tingling) stage headache (main attack) stage postdrome (recovery) stage Not all people who get migraine headaches experience all of the stages. Keep reading to learn more about the symptoms of migraine headaches. Prodrome stage The prodrome stage of a migraine may start up to 2 days before your migraine headaches begin, according to the International Headache Society (IHS). Symptoms that indicate a migraine may be coming include: fatigue mood changes, such as anxiety or depression neck stiffness nausea tight or sore neck frequent yawning Learn more about pre-migraine symptoms. Aura stage The migraine aura stage happens right before or during a migraine headache. It's estimated that 1 in 4 people with migraine experience aura symptoms. The most common aura symptoms are visual disturbances, which may include: seeing bright spots, flashes, or zigzag lines seeing dark spots experiencing vision loss, tunnel vision, or foggy vision Other symptoms of aura may include: tingling sensations in an arm or leg described as 'pins and needles' muscle weakness hearing loss difficulty speaking ringing in the ears (tinnitus) Migraine auras may last up to 1 hour, but the symptoms are completely reversible. Learn more about migraine aura. Main headache stage The migraine headache stage includes the headache and other symptoms. If left untreated, it may last up to 3 days. During an attack, you might experience the following symptoms: pulsating or throbbing pain on one or both sides of the head extreme sensitivity to light, sounds, or smells worsening pain during physical activity nausea and vomiting abdominal pain or heartburn loss of appetite lightheadedness blurred vision fainting If you have a migraine headache, you may feel the need to lie down in a dark, quiet room to escape from light, sounds, and movement. You may find that sleeping can help relieve a migraine headache. Postdrome stage During the postdrome (recovery) stage, you may feel tired and drained for up to 2 days as the migraine episode fades slowly. Other symptoms may include neck stiffness and trouble concentrating. Learn more about migraine postdrone stage. Migraine headaches in children and teens Around 10% of children and teens experience migraine headaches. Symptoms are usually similar to migraine headaches in adults, but children are more likely to also experience gastrointestinal symptoms, such as nausea and vomiting. Migraine headaches vs. other types of headaches There are many different types of headaches, which makes it possible to confuse a migraine headache with others. However, there are key differences between them: Tension headaches: These cause mild to moderate pain and feel like a tight band around your head. They often disappear within a few hours. You may also experience sensitivity to light. Cluster headaches: These also cause severe pain, but they occur in short, episodic attacks that last days, weeks, or months. A cluster headache may last between 15 minutes to 3 hours and may be accompanied by other symptoms, such as eye redness, watery eyes, and runny nose. Sinus headaches: Approximately 90% of self-diagnosed sinus headaches are, in fact, migraine headaches. Although rare, a sinus headache is caused by infection and causes thick nasal discharge that may be green or yellow. If you experience recurring headaches, speak with a healthcare professional. They could provide a proper diagnosis and develop a treatment plan for you. Emergency symptoms to look out for If you experience any of the following symptoms, get immediate medical attention. These may be a sign of a life threatening complication: you experience a sudden, extremely painful headache difficulty speaking difficulty remembering vision loss or blurry vision fatigue, faintness, or dizziness seizure fever weakness or drooping on one side of your face or body Management Treatment for migraine headaches will depend on the severity, frequency, and type of migraine you experience. If you're experiencing a migraine headache, treatments to help relieve pain may include: over-the-counter pain relievers, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and acetaminophen (Tylenol) prescription medications, such as triptans, CGRP antagonists, and ergotamines If you experience frequent migraine headaches, a healthcare professional may prescribe prevention medications, such as: CGRP monoclonal antibodies beta-blockers calcium channel blockers some antidepressants some antiseizure medications Some natural remedies, such as yoga, dietary changes, and acupuncture, may also help with migraine prevention. However, more research is needed to fully support their benefits. Keeping a migraine journal can also help you track when you experience headaches, and identify any patterns or triggers. At an appointment, you can show this to a doctor so they can better understand your condition better. Frequently asked questions What is the fastest way to get rid of a migraine? There's no single trick to get rid of a migraine quickly. Taking over-the-counter pain relievers or prescription acute migraine medications as soon as you experience symptoms may help relieve a migraine. Natural remedies, such as applying a cold compress to your forehead and lying down in a dark, quiet room, may also help. Can migraine headaches be something more serious? In rare cases, migraine headaches with aura may indicate complications like stroke. Get immediate medical attention if you experience a sudden, severe headache (thunderclap headache) or a migraine headache with aura symptoms that last longer than 1 hour.
The Sun
05-07-2025
- Health
- The Sun
Acupuncture helped me recover from cancer like Kate – it eases the agony I'm left facing and means I can walk
WE are living in what experts are calling a 'golden age' of cancer treatment. New medicines are being developed every year, and half of patients diagnosed now survive for ten years or more — up from 24 per cent in the 1970s. 4 4 But cancer remains the UK's biggest killer and researchers are seeking ways to change this. This week, the Princess of Wales revealed she had acupuncture as part of her recovery from cancer. Kate, 43, told patients at a cancer wellbeing centre at Colchester Hospital she'd tried the traditional Chinese medicine, which uses thin needles inserted into parts of the body to relieve pain and promote healing. Kate said: 'Looking at it from a mind, body and spiritual perspective really matters.' Like the Princess of Wales, Paige Nunu turned to acupuncture after being diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma — a type of cancer that starts in white blood cells called lymphocytes. Nerve pain Administering the treatment herself is not something the 32-year-old ever thought she would do. But Paige, from Stockport, has been taught how to do it at The Christie hospital in Manchester to deal with the severe pain she has been left with after chemotherapy. Diagnosed in 2022 after having symptoms for 12 months, Paige's prognosis meant aggressive treatment was her best option. The pain was so bad some days that even walking was difficult. I was offered medication, but I wanted a more holistic approach Paige 'I was stage four when I was told I had cancer,' the mum-of-one tells Sun on Sunday Health. 'It wasn't put down to cancer for quite a while. It meant I had to have intense chemotherapy that escalated. Every dose was stronger than the last, which came at a cost.' Princess Kate issued a clear warning shot with her cancer comments - it's time people took note Left with nerve pain in her hands and feet, and fibromyalgia, which causes widespread pain, Paige turned to acupuncture. She says: 'The pain was so bad some days that even walking was difficult. I was offered medication, but I wanted a more holistic approach. 'I'd had acupuncture before and had always found it really effective so when I was offered it at The Christie, I went for it.' Acupuncture is not the only complementary therapy having a positive effect. A study presented to the American Society of Clinical Oncology last month found exercise reduced the risk of cancer patients dying within eight years by up to a third. Getting the blood pumping could also help to stop tumours returning within five years. The results of the landmark trial across the US, UK, Australia, France, Canada and Israel showed that exercise can be an effective complementary therapy. About 35 per cent of people with cancer use complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) alongside traditional treatment plans, according to Cancer Research UK. Several studies have found they reduce adverse symptoms both during and after conventional medical treatment. While Paige is treated at The Christie, Guy's and St Thomas' in London offers aromatherapy in cancer care, University College Hospitals in London offer aromatherapy, massage, reiki and reflexology, and Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital does reflexology, massage, reiki and the M Technique — a massage suitable for frail patients. Availability on the NHS is limited and dependent on postcode and treatment centres, and is often funded by charities. After giving birth to her daughter Sahara, now 14 months, in 2024, Paige found it difficult to get to acupuncture appointments so her nurse taught her to do it herself. 'I had acupuncture once a week and it really helped with the pain,' she says. 4 'I got my mobility back and I could walk properly again. 'At the end of last year, my therapist said she was planning to train some patients to do self-acupuncture so we could do it at home. Regain control 'I jumped at the chance, particularly as I had recently given birth and the juggle of childcare with my weekly appointments was difficult.' The Christie is one of Europe's largest experimental cancer medicine centres, with more than 3,000 patients and around 700 clinical studies taking place at any one time. It is also one of the first to offer self-training for acupuncture as a complementary therapy alongside traditional cancer treatments. Eileen Hackman, integrative therapy health and wellbeing lead who taught Paige how to do her own acupuncture, says: 'Research shows that acupuncture benefits cancer patients physically and psychologically. 'Patients describe it as life-changing as it enables them to regain some control. 'Many feel it makes their lives generally easier to cope with.' Paige was taught how to safely insert and remove the needles in her hands and feet. She does it every few weeks and says: 'When Eileen did the acupuncture, it looked easy, but having tried it myself, it can be fiddly. 'I get frustrated if I place them incorrectly and they slip out. The difference is big though — it relieves the pain I'm in by around 60 per cent, which means I can walk and use my hands a lot more comfortably. 'My hands are sometimes so bad I can't pick things up so it makes a huge difference, especially with how much I need to do as a stay-at-home mum. 'Putting needles in yourself might sound daunting but it's had such a huge impact.' Paige, who is now cancer-free, adds: 'Being able to take ownership of my health in this way has been incredible. I hope, in time, the pain will lessen more.' 4 Some complementary therapies may be harmful or interact with other treatments, and Caroline Geraghty, specialist information nurse at Cancer Research UK, says: 'It may be OK to use some complementary treatments along-side treatment prescribed by your doctor. However, the influence of things you see online can be misleading. 'It's important to speak with your cancer doctor, GP or specialist nurse if you're considering using any complementary therapies, as some may affect the way your treatment works." Major medical breakthroughs HERE are some of the big cancer treatment breakthroughs of the last decade. BLOOD TESTING: Super sensitive blood tests can now detect fragments of tumour DNA coming from anywhere in the body with a simple blood sample. Scientists can use the results to confirm or rule out a cancer diagnosis. IMMUNOTHERAPY: Harnessing a patient's own immune system to fight cancer is on the rise as it is more accurate and less toxic than chemotherapy. Drugs can switch off tumour genes that cancer cells use to resist white blood cells. VACCINES: Cancer vaccines are an extension of immunotherapy and work similarly to jabs for bugs like Covid or measles, but mostly treat instead of prevent. Scientists grow or create cells that look like cancer in a lab, then inject them into the body to train the immune system to kill them. ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE: AI is being used to improve cancer detection as it can harvest and analyse data faster than a human.
Associated Press
04-07-2025
- Health
- Associated Press
ReNu Chiropractic Health Transitions to ReNu Health & Injury: Expanding Services and Enhancing Clinic Facilities
ReNu Chiropractic Health is thrilled to announce its rebranding to ReNu Health & Injury, marking a significant milestone in its mission to provide comprehensive health and wellness solutions. This transformation is accompanied by the introduction of new services, including acupuncture, and the enhancement of our existing clinics to ensure optimal functionality. The name change reflects ReNu's commitment to evolving its services beyond traditional chiropractic care. As ReNu Health & Injury, the organization aims to offer a holistic approach to health that encompasses injury recovery, wellness, and alternative therapies. 'Our new name signifies a broader scope of care that we are excited to provide to our community,' said Dr. Duy Bui, founder and lead practitioner. 'We believe in treating the whole person, and our expanded services will allow us to do just that.' In addition to chiropractic care, ReNu Health & Injury will now offer acupuncture, a time-honored practice that promotes healing and wellness through the insertion of fine needles at specific points on the body. This service is designed to complement existing treatments and provide patients with more options for managing pain, reducing stress, and enhancing overall health. The enhancement of our clinics is a testament to ReNu's growth and dedication to accessibility. Each clinic has been equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to ensure that our team of qualified professionals can deliver exceptional care effectively. 'We are excited to expand our services and optimize our clinic facilities for the community,' said Dr. Duy Bui. 'With the addition of acupuncture and our improved clinic environments, we are poised to make a positive impact on the health and well-being of our patients.' For further details about the rebranding, new services, and clinic enhancements, please visit ReNu Health & Injury. About ReNu Health & Injury ReNu Health & Injury is a wellness clinic that helps you recover and become stronger. ReNu Health & Injury sets itself apart from other healthcare clinics with our commitment to helping you become the best version of yourself while building a long-lasting relationship. We provide high-quality healthcare in a modern, relaxed environment serving Aloha, Hillsboro, Happy Valley, and Beaverton residents and surrounding areas. Link: Video Link: Media Contact Company Name: ReNu Health & Injury Contact Person: Dr. Duy Bui Email: Send Email Phone: (503) 406-2020 Address:3615 SW Hall Blvd City: Beaverton State: OR 97005 Country: United States Website: Press Release Distributed by To view the original version on ABNewswire visit: ReNu Chiropractic Health Transitions to ReNu Health & Injury: Expanding Services and Enhancing Clinic Facilities
