Tuesday, July 21, 2015

Cell Biology : HIV/AIDS

How do you feel about western approaches to HIV/AIDS?

I think western approaches to HIV/AIDS is one that is the same to western approaches to most things-funding and research. There seems to be a lot of funding and research for HIV/AIDS and as time goes on, more and more information is being collected. I think that the main concern is finding a cure rather than a treatment, and even if the side effects are horrific, as long as the advancement of the illness is delayed, then it's progress. Unfortunately, the virus is tricky because of how sophisticated it is and how quickly it can change.
What are your thoughts on the prospects of a vaccine for HIV/AIDS?
 I really do hope a vaccine will be developed soon for HIV/AIDS. But part of me knows that when it is available, the price will be outrageous. When drugs first come out they are expensive, and it's not until after the patent has expired that they can become more affordable. This makes it almost impossible for people in poverty or third world countries to receive the vaccine. Hopefully, it will become easily acceptable sooner, rather than later


Can TCM strengthen our immune systems?

Definitely! TCM is remarkable because it can do so many things, and strengthening our immune systems is just one of them! TCM looks at the entire body compared to just a symptom. It can strengthen the body's overall functions and help eliminate pathogens that harm the immune system.  Toxic Heat, Phlegm, and Blood Stasis are example of TCM evils that can invade the body but can be eliminated through treatments/herbs.  It is also good to use in combination with HIV/AIDS to treat side effects from medication and reduce stress and anxiety.

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