Progress and challenges in integrated traditional Chinese and western medicine in China from 2002 to 2021.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

The World Health Organization advocated for enhanced integration of traditional medicine and complementary medicine into national healthcare systems across all countries. This study aims to explore the progress and challenges in integrated traditional Chinese and western medicine (ITCWM) in China over 20 years using nationwide data.

Methods

This cross-sectional study examined various facets of ITCWM in China in terms of policies, resources, services, and funding. National policy documents from 2009 onwards were retrieved from official websites of the Chinese government. Data on ITCWM resources, services and subsidies from 2002 to 2021 were extracted from the China Statistical Yearbooks of Chinese Medicine and China Health Statistical Yearbooks. Research fund projec

SUBMITTER: Zhou MC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11412861 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature