Chinese Medicine. New Health

Author: China Central Television
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Publish Date: 2007-01-01
Features: In January 2006, a letter sent from San Francisco, USA, crossed the Pacific Ocean and reached its destination—the production team of "Chinese Medicine" on China Central Television. "I am a Chinese living in San Francisco, USA. 'Chinese Medicine' on China Central Television is favored by overseas Chinese and Chinese Americans. We always make it a point to watch this program every week, and we are proud of the vast culture of the Chinese nation spreading overseas. In today's America, both the medical community and ordinary Americans are increasingly experiencing the magical charm of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and Chinese herbal medicine. "We unanimously hope that the two special programs 'My Health, My Choice' broadcast by your program in the New Year can be rebroadcast. If possible, please help us send over the program DVDs." For everyone in the 'Chinese Medicine' program team, every time we see such a letter, we feel immense comfort. The enthusiasm and love of the audience have always been an important spiritual support for our work. "I am truly fortunate to have found the necessary medical information on 'Chinese Medicine.' It was like seeing a light in the darkness of despair, giving me new hope. The 'Chinese Medicine' program hosted by Ms. Hong Tao is even more about helping people and saving lives, benefiting us greatly. We are deeply grateful." A friend from Australia, who had been suffering from illness for many years, recovered after contacting a famous doctor with the help of 'Chinese Medicine.' His heartfelt words made us realize the heavy responsibility of being messengers of health. Since the launch of the 'Chinese Medicine' program nearly nine years ago, the number of calls and letters from viewers has long been uncountable. We only remember that we have replied to over 70,000 letters from both domestic and overseas, received nearly 200,000 phone calls, and nearly 30,000 emails. It is precisely because of the care, support, and love of countless domestic and overseas viewers that the creative team of the program has been able to overcome various difficulties, work tirelessly, and focus on producing the program with the heart of repaying the audience. The awards won, such as the first prize in the "China Rainbow Award" (government award) program evaluation and the "Outstanding Collective in Fighting SARS News Publicity" at the national level, are the result of the hard work of everyone in the program. Traditional Chinese medicine is the great wisdom of the Chinese nation. Among the treasures of Chinese civilization universally recognized in the world, traditional Chinese medicine may be one of the most classic. The 'Chinese Medicine' program spreads this kind of medical achievement that everyone can directly experience, feel, and understand to domestic and overseas audiences, reflecting the cultural heritage of the Chinese nation over 5,000 years. It holds great human and global significance because health is something that everyone in the world needs. Especially for the 50 million overseas Chinese and Chinese Americans, traditional Chinese medicine and Chinese herbal medicine have a strong ethnic affinity and cultural cohesion. In this era of rapid information transmission, the 'Chinese Medicine' program covers almost all the latest clinical achievements and practical health information in the field of traditional Chinese medicine. However, it is concerning that some people, in pursuit of commercial profits, distort facts and convey some unscientific information that confuses public perception and misleads people. Since its inception, the program has always adhered to a rigorous and responsible attitude in disseminating authoritative health information about traditional Chinese medicine to the audience, explaining professional medical knowledge in an easy-to-understand and accessible way, playing an important exemplary role and social influence in the field of traditional Chinese medicine communication. Due to the strong traditional cultural color and practical social significance of the 'Chinese Medicine' program, the audience's love for it has grown deeper with the program's growth. Overseas, in places where Chinese Central Television's Chinese International Channel can be received, the 'Chinese Medicine' program not only provides authoritative health information services to the audience but also serves as a "vivid and practical textbook" for many TCM practitioners, becoming one of the most popular and closely watched programs among overseas Chinese and Chinese Americans. We believe that the degree to which one grasps health is proportional to the correct health knowledge one possesses. Everyone should not only achieve longevity but also live a healthy and happy life, maintaining a healthy and high-quality lifestyle until the very end of their lives. It is precisely out of this common desire and eternal dream that the audience has come to regard 'Chinese Medicine' as their most trusted health guide in life. Health is not far from us. Mastering correct health knowledge and taking action is the way to achieve health. In response to the demands of the audience, we have launched this series of books based on the 'Chinese Medicine' program with the support and cooperation of Shanghai Science and Technology Literature Press. We hope that through watching and reading 'Chinese Medicine,' the audience and readers can make their own and their families' bodies healthier.