What to do about Avian Flu

Pacific CollegeRelies on a Tried and True Approach to Warding Off Illness

As the Avian flu threatens to spread among humans, many wonder what they can do to protect themselves. Pacific College’s Clinic helps patients understand how to build the best defense against any transmissible disease.

Pacific College President, Jack Miller described the avian flu as “but one in the series of epidemics that is inevitable in a world that generates an immense international exchange of goods and services. Regular preventive health measures, as practiced in Oriental medicine, can put acupuncture patients in the group that is exposed to viruses without getting sick.”

While much of modern medicine is geared towards killing bacteria and viruses after a person is infected, regular use ofOriental medicine, together with sufficient sleep and exercise, can help a healthy person stay healthy, despite the normal daily exposure to hundreds of viruses and bacteria

“At Pacific College, our acupuncture interns examine every aspect of their patients’ physical and emotional health, “ said Director of Clinical Services, Chris Jensen. “The Oriental medical diagnostic system is used to determine what is causing the body to be out of balance, and what will best restore robustness.  While some use acupuncture for quick fixes for colds and pain, patients are learning that they can use it over a period of months, to address more deeply seated health issues. This is the tried and true Oriental approach for restoring the immune system and building resistance to pathogens.”

Jensen suggested that a routine visit to an acupuncturist with each change of season can help the body adjust to climatic changes. “We also recommend exercises that build “qi” (i.e., build up your core energy) and we can suggest herbal remedies for your medicine cabinet that will stop a cold before it takes hold of your respiratory system.”

If you suspect you may have a case of avian flu, it is imperative to go immediately to the hospital to be treated.  For additional information on using Oriental medicine to build your immune system please call Pacific College at (800) 729-0941 or visit www.PacificCollege.edu

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