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of Mankind
20th Century came to an
end. In the past 100 eventful years, the development of science
and technology of human kind surpassed the total of the previous
centuries. Scientists of the world have summarized the greatest
achievements of the 20th century; some called it the century of
the atom, some said it was a century of electrics and telecommunication,
etc. In short, all these statements are within the field of physics.
The 21st Century has arrived. In the sphere of Science and technology,
what will dominate the new millennium? There are differences of
opinion. But most of the futurists predict that 21st century will
be a century of life science. There will be unprecedented development
in the field of medicine.
Since the 18th Century, having taken anatomy and physiology as its
basis and the testified theory as its major knowing means, western
medicine has carefully studied the structure and function of the
human body. It has also tried to find the rules for the occurrence
and development of diseases, with an aim to discover the change
of form and the characteristics of biochemistry of the organ, tissue,
cell, and macromolecule of living beings in every disease. In this
way, the western medicine tried to find out relevant treatment.
It indeed has made remarkable achievements in the prevention and
treatment of diseases.
Compare with the theory of atom and electronic technology, the theory
of genes and the technology of molecule living things to the mankind
are not inferior to either of them. More exciting news arrived in
succession; the diagram of human genes interprets the secrets of
life, and makes it possible for us to understand the inner rules
why we get sick. The technologies of Clone and of Gene transplant
make it possible for human kind to enjoy the gift from nature a
reality. This is a great achievement demonstrated by mankind to
transform and conquer nature. Who will ever doubt about the prediction
that 21st Century is the century for life science?
However, in the latter part of the 20th century, western medicine
seemed to have met will unresolved obstacles. Well-knit reasoning
and solid facts from experimental science of materialism was once
so convincing. People were overwhelmed by the brand new concepts
such as cells, organs, blood circulation, function of the brain,
transmission of life information, and true meaning of genes, etc.
Nevertheless, medical science is a science that takes alive human
body as its research object. Materialism faces a series of difficulties
- western medicine showed its helplessness in front of virus. Toxin
plays an important role in the change of Pathology and yet there
is no ideal medicine to clean the toxin.
Antibiotics cause repeated infection and increase of drug-fast bacteria.
There exists a possibility of widespread of bacterial diseases that
can-not be put under control. The poisonous side effects of chemical
synthesized drugs make people believe that chemical drug has not
proved to be a good solution to alleviate pains and cure diseases.
Some of the methods of treatment in Western medicine are traumatic,
such as liver puncture, radiotherapy, and operation. All of these
make so many people scared. In short, even in the 21st century,
when modern medicine has discovered the secrets of all diseases
through translation of Genes, and even in the coming 22nd century,
when Gene transplant technology can be applied in human body and
can successfully shift Gene that caused disease into healthy ones,
human beings won't be free of diseases completely. The reason lies
in the fact that human beings live on Earth that's ever changing
and in an environment that's inevitably polluted. Secondly, human
beings have feelings and thoughts. They cannot escape from the world
of tension and disputes. Thirdly, along with the evolution of human
kind, the microorganism with simple and changeable gene structure
that can cause diseases to human beings will “improve” itself
as well. That's how HIV virus and variation of bacteria came into
being.
In view of the above, an extensive and deep introspection has swept
across our time. Careful examination and deep thinking over modern
medical history and the true meaning of development of life science
has aroused deep and extensive interests of people toward natural
medicine, which has a long history and rich accumulation of knowledge.
The World Health Organization (WHO) issued the call to vigorously
develop natural medicine, and has made Oct. 22 every year as“Traditional
Medicine Day”. It has made up a development plan for traditional
medicine-natural medicine. “Retreat to Nature”has grown into a
modern trend.
Mankind Needs
Medicine
Recalling the world medical history, medicine was initially enlightened
by nature. The most primitive treatment started with natural treatment.
No matter which country and what nationality. How much contribution
these uncultivated, simple methods have made to the health and reproduction
of human beings! Even up to present day, scholars of modern medicine
can't help gasping in admiration for many methods of treatment initiated
from nature. They have brought forth a great deal of “myths”for
modern scientists to explore. Especially when these natural methods
are equipped with modern science and technology, how wonderfully
powerful they have become!
Natural medicine, Chinese natural medicine in particular, has a
long history. It has its own system and theory. Compared the depth,
width of the content as well as scientific level with western medicine,
the former is compatible with the latter. Along with the development
of human society, the two great medical systems in the world-natural
medicine and modern medicine eventually met in the 19th century
and developed hand in hand in the 20th century.
Natural medicine is a medical system that natural medicine and natural
medical health methods are applied to diagnose and prevent diseases.
It includes natural medicine, acupuncture, Jing Luo, time-medicine,
message, cupping, touch acupoint, traction, hand and feet reflexology,
acupuncture points on the ears, bone-setting, martial arts, Qi Gong,
sports, diet, nutrition, music, arts, culture, color, psychology,
cosmetology, physics, treatment with light. There are techniques
of treatment that have been testified and accepted by modern medicine,
there are also techniques that are applied among ordinary people,
and yet fairly effective.
Natural medicine is the achievement of civilization jointly created
by mankind. It includes traditional medicine, alternative medicine,
complementary medicine and unconventional medicine, which can be
divided into natural medicine therapy, and non-medicine therapy.
At present moment, more than 300 kinds of natural treatment have
been applied on eases have become extremely complicated, Modern
scientific research has its own limits while many natural medical
treatments can surely safeguard human health, prevent and treat
diseases. At the same time, the limited function and side effects
of chemical drugs and surgery result in people's quest for more
ways of treatment. Heavy economic burden, toxin and side effects
and damage done by some treatment to the body has caused the doubtfulness
and the concern of the medical circles in the world. The only solution
to the above mentioned problems are to promote natural medicine,
making full use of natural resources and natural ability of the
human body, to resist and prevent diseases, and prolong life.
Natural medicine has always stressed on the concept of wholeness,
and it attaches great importance to harmonious relationship between
man and nature. To gain experiences from nature and respect the
rules of YING and YANG, and abide by scientific rules, colorful
natural medicine and non-medicinal methods have been created. In
the past thousands of years, the natural medical methods have been
researched and applied, then gradually improved and became practically
effective as well as solid theoretic basis.
Since the turn of the 20th century, due to the rapid development
of modern life science, molecular biology, biochemistry, biophysics,
and physiology collide with the theory of traditional natural medical
science. Therefore, 21st century has become the new century that
combines modern life science and traditional natural medicine.
After the turn of the 20th century, social, environmental and ecological
problems have become worse and worse. In face of the change of medical
mode and the change of diagram of bacteria, the highly developed
medical system is being challenged. Whereas taking man and nature
as a whole, natural medicine, has brought about extensive attention
and great interest in the medical world.
Natural medicine is the common treasure of human kind and it is
an important means to serve the health of human beings. It meets
the strong desire of man to return to nature as well. Natural medicine
should be referred to as “Green Medicine”, because it stresses
the harmony and unity of man and nature, go with YING and YANG and
the four seasons. It stresses that man should go with the rule of
nature. When it comes to treatment and keeping fit, man should observe
the rules of nature with even more care. They theory of natural
treatment does not aim at one particular virus or bacteria, but
attaches importance to the ability of human body to resist diseases.
In short, natural medicine advocates the principle of going with
nature in every respect. It conforms to the psychology of human
beings and has less side-effect, easy to use, easy to popularize
and promote. It can be used in disease prevention, treatment and
recovery, and health care. Natural medicine is making and will be
making greater contribution to the health of mankind.
Our appeal
In view of the fact that the world needs natural medicine; it's
the wish of mankind for nature medicine to develop; natural medicine
needs to be combined with modern medicine, modern man need new system
of the combination of natural medicine and modern medical science.
Therefore, we appeal:
21st century is a century when man can conquer the diseases and
enjoys his full length of life with the help of both modern and
natural medical sciences. Let's work hand in hand to build the 21st
century a century of life science and natural medicine.
Let's push forward the development of natural medicine-this is an
unshakable responsibility for all medical professional in the world
and establishes World Natural Medicine Foundation (WNMF) under the
leadership of the United Nations. The principle aim of MNMF is to
promote the development and progress of 21st Century world natural
medicine. The guiding principle of WNMF is to push forward the professionals
of the world in natural medicine in their cooperation. The purpose
is to create a unified natural medical system of 21st century, with
an aim to realize the goal of the United Nations “Everyone can
enjoy healthcare”. Academic seminars will focus on the combination
of modern medicine and natural medicine. 21st century will be a
century for life science and an era when mankind will enjoy his
full length of life. WNMF will work wholeheartedly in order to turn
this wish a reality.
PROPOSED BY
T.Y.S. LAMA GANGCHEN RINPOCHE
This declaration was initiated by T.Y.S. Lama Gangchen, Chairman
of world Peace Foundation, United Nations Affiliated NGO. The purpose
of the declaration is to promote the union and cooperation of professional
and staff in the medical field of the world under the leadership
of the united natural medicine, and encourage the combination of
natural and modern medicines, establish unified natural medicine
for mankind. Set up world Natural Medicinal Foundation’s in order
to realize the aim for everyone to enjoy health care and make contribution
for world peace course.
This declaration was started by T.Y.S. Lama Gangchen, honorary chairman
of 21st century congress of Natural Medicine and Prof. Dr. Yu Hairuo,
Chairman of the Congress. They call on outstanding medical professionals
from all over the world who participate in the 21st Century Congress
of Natural Medicine to the held in Beijing, China in May 2001 to
join them in the great course which will be beneficial to the development
of world medical sciences, beneficial to world peace and human happiness.
T.Y.S. Lama Gangchen
Prof. Dr. Yu Hairuo
BEIJING CHINA MAY, 2001
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