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This unique book presents the differences and similarities of the oldest system of health care. All ancient medicine has strong philosophical background and management varieties related to treatment activities. Ayurveda is one such branch of medicine that is strongly linked to Yoga and traditional Chinese medicine including activities related to Martial Arts and Acupuncture. This book successfully merges Ayurveda with Chinese medicine thereby enhancing the understanding of the two systems.

In this book, the global SARS outbreak is traced and described, with a focus on the regions where the most infections have been identified. An overview of the whole saga is presented: how the disease spreads; how governments react; how societies cope; and how health experts search for a cure.

What is the influenza virus? Why are people so worried about pandemic influenza? What is the real situation of avian influenza in humans in Asia? What are governments in the region doing to control the epidemic in birds? In this book, a group of experts from across Asia come together to answer these and other issues.

Examines the modern practice of Chinese medicine that continues with the focus on evidence-based TCM research. This book provides information about the sources of herbal supply and its quality control required for research and drug development purposes.