On November 17th, a large-scale “Traditional Chinese Medicine Acupuncture Charity Health Day” was held in Flushing by the United Acupuncturist and New York State Licensed Acupuncturist Association (UANYSLA), the Asian American Medical Association Charitable Foundation, and First Health. Over 30 Chinese medicine practitioners provided free consultations, and three Chinese medicine knowledge lectures were given, attracting a large number of Chinese attendees. The event lasted from 10 AM to 3 PM, a total of 5 hours, with a bustling scene throughout.
During the event, more than 30 Chinese medicine doctors offered free medical consultations covering internal medicine, pain management, neurology, psychology, gynecology, and on-site acupuncture treatments. The flow of inquiring individuals was continuous, with some booths surrounded by layers of people eager to consult with the doctors.
Vice President of Market Development of First Health, Wang Huiyue, mentioned that this was the first time such a large-scale event was organized with the aim to help people manage their health through a combination of traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture alongside Western medicine. The turnout was significant, with attendees receiving acupuncture or traditional Chinese medicine consultations on the spot, enriching their understanding of these practices. He also noted that elderly individuals with red, blue, and white cards from First Health had insurance coverage for acupuncture.
In addition to the consultations, three lectures were held during the event. They included topics such as “Essentials of Chinese Medicine Consultation” by Doctor Shi Gang, “Acupuncture Treatment for Neck and Back Pain” by Doctor Li Linyi, and “Chinese Medicine Health Maintenance, Regulation, and Diet Therapy” by Doctor Lin Heping. The lecture halls were filled to capacity with eager listeners.
In his presentation on “Essentials of Chinese Medicine Consultation,” Shi Gang, President of the United Acupuncturist and New York State Licensed Acupuncturist Association, emphasized that questioning is a crucial part of the traditional Chinese medicine diagnostic process. Understanding the doctor’s line of questioning and providing clear and effective answers is essential for an accurate diagnosis. He stressed the importance of patients cooperating with the doctors to facilitate a proper evaluation by understanding the purpose behind each question asked.
Shi Gang further explained that the ten questions in Chinese medicine consultation cover various aspects including cold and heat sensations, sweating, appetite, urination, and defecation. Each question serves a specific purpose in determining the patient’s condition based on the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Patients are advised to describe their symptoms accurately, provide complete information, pay attention to details, and avoid giving simplistic answers.
One of the attendees, Mr. Ni, expressed that upon seeing the announcement in “Epoch Times,” he immediately informed his wife, “Let’s set aside everything else and attend this event.” He added, “This activity is particularly beneficial for the elderly, and Chinese people tend to have faith in traditional Chinese medicine, especially after attending the lectures where they gained much knowledge.”