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Thursday, June 25th, 2009
 Dr. Rozenn is the only board certified specialist in Oriental Reproductive Medicine in Santa Cruz county!
Thursday, June 25th, 2009
Balance Health of Ben Lomond Cost=$40.00, preregistration required. This class may be covered by insurance as a group visit. Preregister by calling 831.336.1300.
Sunday, July 26th from 2-4pm
Menopause Madness!!! Making sense out of it all, an integrative approach
Menopause happens to every woman, it is a natural life process, not a disease…. THEN WHY IS IT SO #!^*@ UNCORMFORTABLE! Even though menopause is not a disease it can have a lot of symptoms. Come learn how to achieve balance during this transition.
New Leaf, West Side 2nd and 4th Mondays of every month at 6:30pm. Cost=$10.00, preregistration greatly appreciated! Register online at www.newleaf.com or call 831.466.9060 x126
 July 13th
How safe are Chinese herbs?
Why are there labels on some brands of Chinese herbal formulas and not others? Why do they warn of cancer and reproductive harm? Which formulas are safe to take and which are not? What about drug-herb interactions? Come learn about the safety, purity and potential contraindications of Chinese herbs.
July 27th
Famous and not so famous Chinese herbs for Women’s Health
Many people have heard of how Dang Gui and Ginseng can promote health menstrual cycles, support fertility and easy menopausal symptoms. But have you heard of Chuan Xiong, Xiang Fu or Mei Gui Hua? In this class we will explore several different individual Chinese herbs and herbal formulas used in all aspects of Women’s health.
According to the American Society for Reproductive Medicine, approximately 3 million couples in the United States are unable to conceive after one year of trying. The diagnosis of infertility is usually given to couples who have been attempting to conceive for six months to one year without success. More couples are turning to acupuncture and Oriental medicine instead of, or in addition to Western infertility treatment. Several research studies have been published in leading medical journals confirming acupuncture’s role in the treatment of fertility.
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A modification of the famous formula, Shi Quan Da Bu Tang was shown to be effective in alleviating the signs and symptoms of Sheehan’s syndrome. This unfortunate complication of delivery can occur post pregnancy. It is marked by poor blood supply to the pituitary gland during delivery resulting in damage and reduced pituitary function. Infertility is a common sequelae of this syndrome.
Internationally observed by organizations in Europe, the United States and China, World Hepatitis Day serves to draw awareness to the plight of those living with hepatitis B and C. One in twelve people have chronic viral hepatitis which can cause uncomfortable symptoms, diminished quality of life and may even be fatal. Please look in the “Liver Health” category for more information on the use of acupuncture and Chinese medicine in the treatment of hepatitis. Plus, several valuable sources of information on this topic are listed under “Community” and “Resources”.
 Spring is liver season, what time could be better to focus on enhancing your liver health? In this class we will explore the liver organ system from a Chinese Medical point of view. The liver plays a role in hormonal balance, emotional well being, plus skin, eyes and tendon vitality. Topics will include spiritual and emotional aspects of liver health, liver friendly foods, and how you can improve your liver’s ability to detoxify drugs and toxins.
Where: West Side New Leaf
When: Monday, May 18th @ 6pm
Bring a friend!
 The following is an excerpt from an article written by one of the field’s leading researchers and herbal manufacturers. I have been to many of Dr. Chen’s workshops and have found his information on herb-drug side effects and herbal alternatives to drugs invaluable. I have prescribed many of his formulas to my patients with excellent results. I even witnessed one of his formulas clear MERSA (antibiotic resistant staph) after two rounds of antibiotics. I highly value Dr. Chen’s insights and it is in this spirit that I share some of his teachings with you.
TCM and Infectious Disease
by Dr. John Chen, Ph.D., Pharm.D., O.M.D., L.Ac.
INTRODUCTION
In traditional Chinese medicine, the first reference to infectious disease appeared in Huang Di Nei Jing (Yellow Emperor’s Inner Classic) compiled in the first or second century CE. This text discussed the presence of re bing (hot disease), which according to our understanding today, refers to the various types of infectious disease.1 Continued reading >
Hepatitis C is an epidemic, both in Santa Cruz County and across the country. Over five million people have hepatitis C in the United States, and approximately 200 million people are infected worldwide. This virus causes chronic liver inflammation which can scar the liver, leading to severe liver disease. Hepatitis C is also associated with a number of other syndromes like autoimmune diseases, thyroid problems, depression and type 2 diabetes.
Diabetes is a complex disease in which the body can not properly regulate its blood sugar levels. People over 40 years old with hepatitis C are four times more likely to develop type 2 diabetes. Researchers first reported the association between hepatitis C and diabetes ten years ago. Since then evidence has shown that unstable blood sugar levels lead to chronic inflammation, and chronic inflammatory states, such as hepatitis, can produce erratic blood sugar levels. Further, people with diabetes tend to have trouble with fat metabolism, which besides causing high cholesterol can lead to fat accumulation in the liver. In a person with hepatitis C, fat in the liver can trigger even more liver inflammation, causing serious liver disease. Continued reading >
There is so much international attention on the role of Asian medicine and the treatment of infertility! I feel that the future of health care is the blending of Eastern and Western medical techniques, which is why I am involved in two research studies examining the affects of acupuncture in combination with ART. The following is a link from the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine (ABORM) website listing just a few of these ground breaking studies.
http://www.aborm.org/_research/research.html
 In 1833 a Russian botanist named Alexander Von Burge gave a famous Chinese medicinal herb, Dan Shen the Latin name Salvia miltiorrhiza which literally means “to be saved”. Dan Shen was first noted in the oldest surviving Chinese herbal text written in 206 BCE. Traditionally Dan Shen was used to invigorate the blood, a function analogous to reducing blood coagulation and clotting. Its modern day applications include: prevention of atherosclerosis, prevention of and rehabilitation after certain types of strokes and lowering cholesterol and triglycerides. I use Dan Shen frequently in my practice. I have found that in addition to substantial changes in lab tests, Dan Shen effectively allievates subjective symptoms such as chest distress and costal (liver, gallbladder) pain. No wonder a modern day scientist named a traditional Chinese herb “to be saved”.
Please note: Dan Shen should not be combined with other herbs or drugs that thin the blood unless specifically prescribed by a medical professional. For best results patients should only take Dan Shen under the supervision of trained health care provider.
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