In the dynamic landscape of modern healthcare and precision medicine,the digital revolution is reshaping medical industries at an unprecedented pace,and traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)is no exception[1-4].The paper...In the dynamic landscape of modern healthcare and precision medicine,the digital revolution is reshaping medical industries at an unprecedented pace,and traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)is no exception[1-4].The paper“From digits towards digitization:the past,present,and future of traditional Chinese medicine”by Academician&TCM National Master Qi WANG(王琦).展开更多
Pharmacy is an important subfield of the medical sciences,and its development is inseparable from pharmacy education.Pharmacy education outputs indispensable professionals and expertise for the healthcare industry,pro...Pharmacy is an important subfield of the medical sciences,and its development is inseparable from pharmacy education.Pharmacy education outputs indispensable professionals and expertise for the healthcare industry,promotes the development of pharmacy skills,and supports the development of the pharmaceutical and health sectors.To this end,many insightful studies have been carried out to promote the development and progress of pharmacy education.These studies have been published in high-quality pharmacy education journals indexed in the Web of Science Core Collection(WoSCC),and the two journals with the largest number of published articles are the American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education and Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning.The 200 most-cited papers historically in these two journals have a significant impact on the research paradigm and future directions in the field of pharmacy education.Therefore,this paper summarizes the knowledge domains of these 200 papers and uses the scientometric method to study their basic information,authorship distribution,citation performance,publishing paradigm and hotspot mining.The era of Holistic Integrative Pharmacy(HIP),in which the focus has shifted from isolated pharmacological interventions to more collaborative,patient-centered,and interdisciplinary approaches,underscores the importance of evolving educational methodologies.In this context,understanding the scientometric trends in pharmacy education becomes even more crucial.This study aims to explore the current development status of pharmacy education,develop more innovative and effective educational models,and promote the widespread application of HIP in pharmacy education.The goal is to enhance the overall quality of pharmacy education and provide guidance and insights for the future development of pharmacy education.展开更多
BACKGROUND Given their responsibility for the well-being of individuals,nurses with advanced mental health literacy,along with strong holistic nursing competencies and professional self-efficacy,are better equipped to...BACKGROUND Given their responsibility for the well-being of individuals,nurses with advanced mental health literacy,along with strong holistic nursing competencies and professional self-efficacy,are better equipped to assess both the mental and physical health of their patients,leading to the provision of holistic nursing care.AIM To investigate the relationship between nurses’mental health literacy levels and their holistic nursing competencies,as well as their nursing professional selfefficacy.METHODS This study is cross-sectional,correlational research.The study sample consisted of a total of 261 volunteer nurses working in a training and research hospital and a state hospital between March 11,2024 and April 8,2024.Data were collected face to face with the“Descriptive Data Form”,“Mental Health Literacy Scale(MHLS)”,“Holistic Nursing Competence Scale(HNCS)”,and the“Nursing Profession Self-Efficacy Scale(NPSES)”.RESULTS The mean scale scores for the nurses were as follows:MHLS:95.88±11.67;HNCS:179.46±33.82;NPSES:64.79±11.24.A low-level positive correlation was found between the total scores of the MHLS,HNCS,and NPSES,and a moderate-level positive correlation was observed between the total scores of the HNCS and NPSES.These correlations were statistically significant(P<0.05).CONCLUSION It is recommended that initiatives be undertaken to enhance the mental health literacy and holistic nursing competencies of nurses and that similar studies be conducted with nurses in different institutions and with a larger number of nurses.展开更多
The aim of this article is to present my interpretation of the holistic-phenomenological worldview in practice.This study demonstrates how this approach,as well as the planning process that I followed(a process fundam...The aim of this article is to present my interpretation of the holistic-phenomenological worldview in practice.This study demonstrates how this approach,as well as the planning process that I followed(a process fundamentally different from conventional ones)was implemented in a residential neighborhood I designed and built in the social,economic,and physical structure of the collective known in Israel as a‘kibbutz’.The intention is to raise a broad public discussion and pose a challenge to 21st-century architecture regarding how to intervene in a moral and human way within an existing environment,urban or natural,which must be respected and preserved,when integrating within it a new contemporary architecture.展开更多
Narrative nursing(NN)is emerging as a critical approach in modern healthcare,addressing the complex interplay between psychological well-being and physical recovery.This manuscript discusses a study on NN and its role...Narrative nursing(NN)is emerging as a critical approach in modern healthcare,addressing the complex interplay between psychological well-being and physical recovery.This manuscript discusses a study on NN and its role in alleviating psychological distress in patients with acute pancreatitis,published in the World Journal of Psychiatry.Their research demonstrates that NN,through structured storytelling,significantly reduces anxiety and depression,thereby enhancing patient satisfaction and fostering emotional resilience.This therapeutic approach extends beyond symptom management,offering a comprehensive strategy that supports the mental and emotional recovery of patients facing severe health challenges.NN provides a unique framework for engaging patients in their care journey,promoting a sense of agency,and strengthening the patient-provider relationship.In this manuscript,we explore the broader implications of NN by synthesizing findings from various studies,showing that NN is effective not only in acute settings but also in oncology,chronic illness management,and palliative care.The evidence indicates that integrating NN into standard clinical practice could enhance healthcare outcomes by addressing the holistic needs of patients,supporting psychological resilience,and fostering a compassionate healthcare environment.展开更多
The aim of this article is to present a unique interpretation of the holistic worldview,both in theory and in practice.It explores how this approach,along with a planning process fundamentally different from conventio...The aim of this article is to present a unique interpretation of the holistic worldview,both in theory and in practice.It explores how this approach,along with a planning process fundamentally different from conventional methods,was implemented in the design and construction of the Music Center and Library in the city of Tel Aviv.This process forms a coherent representation of a complete worldview:a humanistic,holistic worldview developed and adopted through more than five decades of architectural practice across all scales of design.In this approach,a building is not regarded as a collection of isolated design elements,but as one hierarchical language,in which the building,its interior,and its ornamented details down to the handle of the door is one continuous system.Within this system,the building,its interior spaces,and even the smallest ornamental details,down to the door handles,are conceived as parts of a single,continuous whole.This worldview aligns with contemporary scientific discourse in fields such as cosmology,neurobiology,psychology,complexity theory,and Buddhist philosophy,disciplines with which this body of work is closely associated.展开更多
“Integration is a hallmark of our era's development and a magic key to solve epochal problems.”“Medicine originated from humanity's initial expression of suffering and the primary desire to alleviate that s...“Integration is a hallmark of our era's development and a magic key to solve epochal problems.”“Medicine originated from humanity's initial expression of suffering and the primary desire to alleviate that suffering.”展开更多
From decorative and furniture fabrics to wallpaper,flooring and carpets,to mattresses,bed linen and table linen,Heimtextil brings together a diverse product range for holistic interior design January 13-16,2026.Interi...From decorative and furniture fabrics to wallpaper,flooring and carpets,to mattresses,bed linen and table linen,Heimtextil brings together a diverse product range for holistic interior design January 13-16,2026.Interior designers and buyers from the hospitality and retail sectors find the latest textile and non-textile material innovations under one roof.Leading brands and promising newcomers have already announced their participation.The new hall layout creates targeted synergies for an efficient trade fair visit.展开更多
Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) with its millenniaold wisdom rooted in the principles of holistic Yin-Yang balance and “Bianzheng Lunzhi”[辨证论治, Zhenghou(证候) differentiation and treatment], has long offered ...Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) with its millenniaold wisdom rooted in the principles of holistic Yin-Yang balance and “Bianzheng Lunzhi”[辨证论治, Zhenghou(证候) differentiation and treatment], has long offered a unique lens to understand human health and disease.However, the modern scientific interpretation of TCM remains at the stage of “knowing that it works, but not knowing why it works”.展开更多
Sea lines of communication(SLOCs)security has long been a strategic concern for major powers.Following the establishment of the People’s Republic of China,the country’s focus was on the traditional security aspects ...Sea lines of communication(SLOCs)security has long been a strategic concern for major powers.Following the establishment of the People’s Republic of China,the country’s focus was on the traditional security aspects of its SLOCs.Since the reform and opening-up era-and especially after the end of the Cold War-China has shifted its emphasis toward economic security.China’s SLOCs security bears on multiple dimensions of a holistic approach to national security,encompassing economic security,the safety of its citizens.展开更多
With the rapid growth of the cosmetics industry,the demand for diversified and interdisciplinary talent is increasing.However,a structural mismatch persists between current educational approaches and industry needs,pa...With the rapid growth of the cosmetics industry,the demand for diversified and interdisciplinary talent is increasing.However,a structural mismatch persists between current educational approaches and industry needs,particularly in aligning with the holistic education model,which emphasizes moral,intellectual,physical,aesthetic,and labor development.To bridge this gap,Guangdong Pharmaceutical University has implemented a comprehensive reform of its holistic education system,aiming to cultivate well-rounded cosmetics professionals.Key initiatives include integrating professional ethics into moral education,strengthening the integration of theory and practice in intellectual training,emphasizing skin health management in physical education,enhancing aesthetic appreciation and creative thinking,and promoting labor spirit and practical skills through hands-on experiences.These reform efforts have yielded significant results,contributing high-quality talent to the cosmetics industry and offering a valuable model for other institutions seeking to align education with industry demands.展开更多
Objective:To explore the clinical effects of applying responsibility-based holistic nursing in elderly patients with severe pneumonia.Methods:Ninety-six elderly patients with severe pneumonia admitted to a hospital fr...Objective:To explore the clinical effects of applying responsibility-based holistic nursing in elderly patients with severe pneumonia.Methods:Ninety-six elderly patients with severe pneumonia admitted to a hospital from January 2023 to December 2024 were selected and divided into an observation group(52 cases)and a control group(44 cases)based on a random number table method.The observation group received responsibility-based holistic nursing,while the control group received basic nursing.The clinical effects(time to normalize body temperature,disappearance of cough,disappearance of dyspnea symptoms,disappearance of lung rales,changes in oxygenation index)and nursing satisfaction were observed in both groups.Results:The observation group showed superior results compared to the control group in terms of time to normalize body temperature,disappearance of cough,disappearance of dyspnea symptoms,disappearance of lung rales,and changes in oxygenation index,with statistically significant differences(P<0.05).The satisfaction rate with nursing services in the observation group(92.31%)was significantly higher than that in the control group(86.36%)(P<0.05).Conclusion:Implementing responsibility-based holistic nursing in elderly patients with severe pneumonia can improve their oxygenation function,enhance quality of life,and increase nursing satisfaction.展开更多
The post-globalization era has intensified societal fractures,including populism and educational inequities,highlighting the limitations of traditional higher education models.This paper explores the college system as...The post-globalization era has intensified societal fractures,including populism and educational inequities,highlighting the limitations of traditional higher education models.This paper explores the college system as a transformative paradigm rooted in holistic education principles.By integrating academic rigor with moral,emotional,and social development,the college system fosters immersive residential communities that promote interdisciplinary dialogue,ethical awareness,and cultural agility.Through historical evolution and global adaptations,this model addresses existential challenges by cultivating well-rounded individuals capable of navigating a complex world.Empirical evidence supports its efficacy in reducing socioeconomic gaps and enhancing student engagement.Future research should investigate the integration of technology to further enhance this educational model.展开更多
Whole-person care and holistic care approach has been proposed for complementary and integrative health care for type 2 diabetes mellitus.However,some doubts still exist on the feasibility of replicating processes fol...Whole-person care and holistic care approach has been proposed for complementary and integrative health care for type 2 diabetes mellitus.However,some doubts still exist on the feasibility of replicating processes followed in clinical trials and observational studies in real-world settings.This narrative literature review summarized and assessed existing clinical evidence(clinical trials,observational studies,and case reports)describing holistic and integrated care approach in adult and adolescent individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus in clinical practice.The goal was to highlight existing evidence for implementation and outcomes of whole-medical systems and holistic integrated care approach for type 2 diabetes mellitus.A nonsystematic literature search was performed on Google Scholar,PubMed,Web of Science,ProQuest and ScienceDirect to identify clinical evidence from different parts of the world,evaluating the use of whole-medical systems and/or holistic care interventions in clinical practice for management of type 2 diabetes mellitus.Relevant keywords were used in the search.Data were analyzed using content analysis and simple descriptive statistics(percentages).Most of the studies(64%)were mainly conducted in Eastern countries(India,China and Israel)while 36%of the studies were conducted in the Western countries(USA,Netherlands,Canada and Mexico).Lifestyle medicine and integrated naturopathy were shown to be the commonly used whole-medical systems for type 2 diabetes mellitus management.Significant improvements in type 2 diabetes parameters,medication use,other symptoms,and overall feeling of wellness were observed in all studies.This review study revealed limited utilization and/or documentation of whole-medical systems or holistic care treatments for type 2 diabetes mellitus in regions of the world other than eastern countries.Lifestyle medicine,naturopathy,yoga,Ayurveda and traditional Chinese medicine were shown to be effective for type 2 diabetes mellitus,either as an alternative or as a complementary therapy.展开更多
Holistic integrative medicine,abbreviated as HIM,has been officially proposed since 2012.Its theoretical system has been continuously improved,and its practical methods have become increasingly diverse,becoming an ine...Holistic integrative medicine,abbreviated as HIM,has been officially proposed since 2012.Its theoretical system has been continuously improved,and its practical methods have become increasingly diverse,becoming an inevitable choice and path for the medical development in the new era.This article demonstrates ten major propositions for HIM,elaborating on the connotation and extension of HIM from the perspectives of epistemology and methodology,in order to achieve the transformation and adaptive evolution of modernmedicine.展开更多
In the digital age,non-touch communication technologies are reshaping human-device interactions and raising security concerns.A major challenge in current technology is the misinterpretation of gestures by sensors and...In the digital age,non-touch communication technologies are reshaping human-device interactions and raising security concerns.A major challenge in current technology is the misinterpretation of gestures by sensors and cameras,often caused by environmental factors.This issue has spurred the need for advanced data processing methods to achieve more accurate gesture recognition and predictions.Our study presents a novel virtual keyboard allowing character input via distinct hand gestures,focusing on two key aspects:hand gesture recognition and character input mechanisms.We developed a novel model with LSTM and fully connected layers for enhanced sequential data processing and hand gesture recognition.We also integrated CNN,max-pooling,and dropout layers for improved spatial feature extraction.This model architecture processes both temporal and spatial aspects of hand gestures,using LSTM to extract complex patterns from frame sequences for a comprehensive understanding of input data.Our unique dataset,essential for training the model,includes 1,662 landmarks from dynamic hand gestures,33 postures,and 468 face landmarks,all captured in real-time using advanced pose estimation.The model demonstrated high accuracy,achieving 98.52%in hand gesture recognition and over 97%in character input across different scenarios.Its excellent performance in real-time testing underlines its practicality and effectiveness,marking a significant advancement in enhancing human-device interactions in the digital age.展开更多
This study reviews the historical development,current applications,and multifaceted impacts of religious psychological coping on the physical and mental health of cancer patients.As a method for coping with life’s pr...This study reviews the historical development,current applications,and multifaceted impacts of religious psychological coping on the physical and mental health of cancer patients.As a method for coping with life’s pressures through religious beliefs or activities,religious psychological coping has been proven to alleviate the negative emotions of cancer patients and enhance their spiritual well-being and quality of life(QOL).Research indicates that religious faith can alleviate the physical symptoms of cancer patients,extend survival time,reduce the fear of death,assist in coping with treatment side effects,and improve self-efficacy and overall quality of life.Additionally,this study explores factors influencing religious psychological coping,including demographic and sociological characteristics,the faith status of caregivers,types of religion,the relationship between the course of the disease and the duration of belief,and psychological factors.Considering the cultural differences between China and other countries,this study calls for further research into the real experiences of cancer patients with religious beliefs and provides theoretical guidance for clinical nursing practices to achieve holistic care for the body,mind,and spirit of cancer patients.展开更多
This article delves into the psychological impact of gynecological malignancies and suggests pathways to improve the quality of life(QoL)for affected patients.Building on Shang et al's comprehensive analysis,this ...This article delves into the psychological impact of gynecological malignancies and suggests pathways to improve the quality of life(QoL)for affected patients.Building on Shang et al's comprehensive analysis,this piece integrates insights from various studies to highlight the profound influence of psychological and physical symptoms on patients undergoing treatment for gynecological cancers.The study underscores that anxiety and depression significantly exacerbate the disease's toll.Factors such as physical exercise and digital and interactive health interventions show promise in mitigating these adverse effects.The article emphasizes the necessity for a holistic care approach that addresses both physical and emotional needs.Recommendations include enhanced training for healthcare providers,public awareness campaigns,streamlined diagnostic pathways,and improved access to specialist care.These integrated strategies aim to ensure that women facing gynecological cancers can maintain an optimal QoL through comprehensive and multidisciplinary care models.展开更多
2024 marks the tenth anniversary of a holistic approach to national security.As an important component of Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era,a holistic approach to national secu...2024 marks the tenth anniversary of a holistic approach to national security.As an important component of Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era,a holistic approach to national security provides fundamental guidance for China's national security work in the new era and is,therefore,of great theoretical and practical significance.This approach has several distinct features:it ref lects the trends of our times,is deeply rooted in China's national culture,and follows a people-centered,struggle-oriented,systematic,strategic,in novative,and practice-based approach.By upholding and developing a holistic approach to national security,the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China(CPC)has comprehensively strengthened the Party's absolute leadership over national security,reshaped the systems and mechanisms for national security across the board,and made brilliant achievements in national security work in the new era.Given the context of the momentous changes unseen in a century that shape today's world,the national security situation facing China is increasingly complex and grim,characterized by many challenges and new characteristics.On the new journey toward rejuvenating the nation and building China into a strong country,we should fully implement the spirit of the 20th CPC National Congress,firmly pursue a holistic approach to national security,and accelerate the modernization of China's national security system and capacity to ensure steady and sustained progress in Chinese modernization.展开更多
Holistic integrative medicine,abbreviated as HIM,has been officially proposed since 2012.Its theoretical system has been continuously improved,and its practical methods have become increasingly diverse,becoming an ine...Holistic integrative medicine,abbreviated as HIM,has been officially proposed since 2012.Its theoretical system has been continuously improved,and its practical methods have become increasingly diverse,becoming an inevitable choice and path for the medical development in the new era.This article demonstrates ten major propositions for HIM,elaborating on the connotation and extension of HIM fromthe perspectives of epistemology and methodology,in order to achieve the transformation and adaptive evolution of modern medicine.展开更多
文摘In the dynamic landscape of modern healthcare and precision medicine,the digital revolution is reshaping medical industries at an unprecedented pace,and traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)is no exception[1-4].The paper“From digits towards digitization:the past,present,and future of traditional Chinese medicine”by Academician&TCM National Master Qi WANG(王琦).
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China(grant No.82373800)Guangzhou Science and Technology Plan Project(grant No.202201010589).
文摘Pharmacy is an important subfield of the medical sciences,and its development is inseparable from pharmacy education.Pharmacy education outputs indispensable professionals and expertise for the healthcare industry,promotes the development of pharmacy skills,and supports the development of the pharmaceutical and health sectors.To this end,many insightful studies have been carried out to promote the development and progress of pharmacy education.These studies have been published in high-quality pharmacy education journals indexed in the Web of Science Core Collection(WoSCC),and the two journals with the largest number of published articles are the American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education and Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning.The 200 most-cited papers historically in these two journals have a significant impact on the research paradigm and future directions in the field of pharmacy education.Therefore,this paper summarizes the knowledge domains of these 200 papers and uses the scientometric method to study their basic information,authorship distribution,citation performance,publishing paradigm and hotspot mining.The era of Holistic Integrative Pharmacy(HIP),in which the focus has shifted from isolated pharmacological interventions to more collaborative,patient-centered,and interdisciplinary approaches,underscores the importance of evolving educational methodologies.In this context,understanding the scientometric trends in pharmacy education becomes even more crucial.This study aims to explore the current development status of pharmacy education,develop more innovative and effective educational models,and promote the widespread application of HIP in pharmacy education.The goal is to enhance the overall quality of pharmacy education and provide guidance and insights for the future development of pharmacy education.
文摘BACKGROUND Given their responsibility for the well-being of individuals,nurses with advanced mental health literacy,along with strong holistic nursing competencies and professional self-efficacy,are better equipped to assess both the mental and physical health of their patients,leading to the provision of holistic nursing care.AIM To investigate the relationship between nurses’mental health literacy levels and their holistic nursing competencies,as well as their nursing professional selfefficacy.METHODS This study is cross-sectional,correlational research.The study sample consisted of a total of 261 volunteer nurses working in a training and research hospital and a state hospital between March 11,2024 and April 8,2024.Data were collected face to face with the“Descriptive Data Form”,“Mental Health Literacy Scale(MHLS)”,“Holistic Nursing Competence Scale(HNCS)”,and the“Nursing Profession Self-Efficacy Scale(NPSES)”.RESULTS The mean scale scores for the nurses were as follows:MHLS:95.88±11.67;HNCS:179.46±33.82;NPSES:64.79±11.24.A low-level positive correlation was found between the total scores of the MHLS,HNCS,and NPSES,and a moderate-level positive correlation was observed between the total scores of the HNCS and NPSES.These correlations were statistically significant(P<0.05).CONCLUSION It is recommended that initiatives be undertaken to enhance the mental health literacy and holistic nursing competencies of nurses and that similar studies be conducted with nurses in different institutions and with a larger number of nurses.
文摘The aim of this article is to present my interpretation of the holistic-phenomenological worldview in practice.This study demonstrates how this approach,as well as the planning process that I followed(a process fundamentally different from conventional ones)was implemented in a residential neighborhood I designed and built in the social,economic,and physical structure of the collective known in Israel as a‘kibbutz’.The intention is to raise a broad public discussion and pose a challenge to 21st-century architecture regarding how to intervene in a moral and human way within an existing environment,urban or natural,which must be respected and preserved,when integrating within it a new contemporary architecture.
文摘Narrative nursing(NN)is emerging as a critical approach in modern healthcare,addressing the complex interplay between psychological well-being and physical recovery.This manuscript discusses a study on NN and its role in alleviating psychological distress in patients with acute pancreatitis,published in the World Journal of Psychiatry.Their research demonstrates that NN,through structured storytelling,significantly reduces anxiety and depression,thereby enhancing patient satisfaction and fostering emotional resilience.This therapeutic approach extends beyond symptom management,offering a comprehensive strategy that supports the mental and emotional recovery of patients facing severe health challenges.NN provides a unique framework for engaging patients in their care journey,promoting a sense of agency,and strengthening the patient-provider relationship.In this manuscript,we explore the broader implications of NN by synthesizing findings from various studies,showing that NN is effective not only in acute settings but also in oncology,chronic illness management,and palliative care.The evidence indicates that integrating NN into standard clinical practice could enhance healthcare outcomes by addressing the holistic needs of patients,supporting psychological resilience,and fostering a compassionate healthcare environment.
文摘The aim of this article is to present a unique interpretation of the holistic worldview,both in theory and in practice.It explores how this approach,along with a planning process fundamentally different from conventional methods,was implemented in the design and construction of the Music Center and Library in the city of Tel Aviv.This process forms a coherent representation of a complete worldview:a humanistic,holistic worldview developed and adopted through more than five decades of architectural practice across all scales of design.In this approach,a building is not regarded as a collection of isolated design elements,but as one hierarchical language,in which the building,its interior,and its ornamented details down to the handle of the door is one continuous system.Within this system,the building,its interior spaces,and even the smallest ornamental details,down to the door handles,are conceived as parts of a single,continuous whole.This worldview aligns with contemporary scientific discourse in fields such as cosmology,neurobiology,psychology,complexity theory,and Buddhist philosophy,disciplines with which this body of work is closely associated.
基金released in Chengdu on June 22,2024,jointly signed and advocated by over 100 academicians from Chinese Academy of Sciences and Chinese Academy of Engineering,and more than 100 presidents from medical universities across China.
文摘“Integration is a hallmark of our era's development and a magic key to solve epochal problems.”“Medicine originated from humanity's initial expression of suffering and the primary desire to alleviate that suffering.”
文摘From decorative and furniture fabrics to wallpaper,flooring and carpets,to mattresses,bed linen and table linen,Heimtextil brings together a diverse product range for holistic interior design January 13-16,2026.Interior designers and buyers from the hospitality and retail sectors find the latest textile and non-textile material innovations under one roof.Leading brands and promising newcomers have already announced their participation.The new hall layout creates targeted synergies for an efficient trade fair visit.
文摘Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) with its millenniaold wisdom rooted in the principles of holistic Yin-Yang balance and “Bianzheng Lunzhi”[辨证论治, Zhenghou(证候) differentiation and treatment], has long offered a unique lens to understand human health and disease.However, the modern scientific interpretation of TCM remains at the stage of “knowing that it works, but not knowing why it works”.
文摘Sea lines of communication(SLOCs)security has long been a strategic concern for major powers.Following the establishment of the People’s Republic of China,the country’s focus was on the traditional security aspects of its SLOCs.Since the reform and opening-up era-and especially after the end of the Cold War-China has shifted its emphasis toward economic security.China’s SLOCs security bears on multiple dimensions of a holistic approach to national security,encompassing economic security,the safety of its citizens.
基金Guangdong Provincial Graduate Education Innovation Program Project in 2024(Project No.:2024XSLT-039)。
文摘With the rapid growth of the cosmetics industry,the demand for diversified and interdisciplinary talent is increasing.However,a structural mismatch persists between current educational approaches and industry needs,particularly in aligning with the holistic education model,which emphasizes moral,intellectual,physical,aesthetic,and labor development.To bridge this gap,Guangdong Pharmaceutical University has implemented a comprehensive reform of its holistic education system,aiming to cultivate well-rounded cosmetics professionals.Key initiatives include integrating professional ethics into moral education,strengthening the integration of theory and practice in intellectual training,emphasizing skin health management in physical education,enhancing aesthetic appreciation and creative thinking,and promoting labor spirit and practical skills through hands-on experiences.These reform efforts have yielded significant results,contributing high-quality talent to the cosmetics industry and offering a valuable model for other institutions seeking to align education with industry demands.
文摘Objective:To explore the clinical effects of applying responsibility-based holistic nursing in elderly patients with severe pneumonia.Methods:Ninety-six elderly patients with severe pneumonia admitted to a hospital from January 2023 to December 2024 were selected and divided into an observation group(52 cases)and a control group(44 cases)based on a random number table method.The observation group received responsibility-based holistic nursing,while the control group received basic nursing.The clinical effects(time to normalize body temperature,disappearance of cough,disappearance of dyspnea symptoms,disappearance of lung rales,changes in oxygenation index)and nursing satisfaction were observed in both groups.Results:The observation group showed superior results compared to the control group in terms of time to normalize body temperature,disappearance of cough,disappearance of dyspnea symptoms,disappearance of lung rales,and changes in oxygenation index,with statistically significant differences(P<0.05).The satisfaction rate with nursing services in the observation group(92.31%)was significantly higher than that in the control group(86.36%)(P<0.05).Conclusion:Implementing responsibility-based holistic nursing in elderly patients with severe pneumonia can improve their oxygenation function,enhance quality of life,and increase nursing satisfaction.
基金funded by the Research Center for Integrated and Innovative Development of Culture and Tourism in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area(321-602324006Q)a provincial-ministerial level platform project under the Scientific Research Base of the Guangdong Provincial Federation of Social Sciences Circles,Guangdong Provincial Federation of Social Sciences,September 2023.
文摘The post-globalization era has intensified societal fractures,including populism and educational inequities,highlighting the limitations of traditional higher education models.This paper explores the college system as a transformative paradigm rooted in holistic education principles.By integrating academic rigor with moral,emotional,and social development,the college system fosters immersive residential communities that promote interdisciplinary dialogue,ethical awareness,and cultural agility.Through historical evolution and global adaptations,this model addresses existential challenges by cultivating well-rounded individuals capable of navigating a complex world.Empirical evidence supports its efficacy in reducing socioeconomic gaps and enhancing student engagement.Future research should investigate the integration of technology to further enhance this educational model.
基金Central University of Technology,Free State(CUT)and National Research Foundation(NRF)of South Africa。
文摘Whole-person care and holistic care approach has been proposed for complementary and integrative health care for type 2 diabetes mellitus.However,some doubts still exist on the feasibility of replicating processes followed in clinical trials and observational studies in real-world settings.This narrative literature review summarized and assessed existing clinical evidence(clinical trials,observational studies,and case reports)describing holistic and integrated care approach in adult and adolescent individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus in clinical practice.The goal was to highlight existing evidence for implementation and outcomes of whole-medical systems and holistic integrated care approach for type 2 diabetes mellitus.A nonsystematic literature search was performed on Google Scholar,PubMed,Web of Science,ProQuest and ScienceDirect to identify clinical evidence from different parts of the world,evaluating the use of whole-medical systems and/or holistic care interventions in clinical practice for management of type 2 diabetes mellitus.Relevant keywords were used in the search.Data were analyzed using content analysis and simple descriptive statistics(percentages).Most of the studies(64%)were mainly conducted in Eastern countries(India,China and Israel)while 36%of the studies were conducted in the Western countries(USA,Netherlands,Canada and Mexico).Lifestyle medicine and integrated naturopathy were shown to be the commonly used whole-medical systems for type 2 diabetes mellitus management.Significant improvements in type 2 diabetes parameters,medication use,other symptoms,and overall feeling of wellness were observed in all studies.This review study revealed limited utilization and/or documentation of whole-medical systems or holistic care treatments for type 2 diabetes mellitus in regions of the world other than eastern countries.Lifestyle medicine,naturopathy,yoga,Ayurveda and traditional Chinese medicine were shown to be effective for type 2 diabetes mellitus,either as an alternative or as a complementary therapy.
文摘Holistic integrative medicine,abbreviated as HIM,has been officially proposed since 2012.Its theoretical system has been continuously improved,and its practical methods have become increasingly diverse,becoming an inevitable choice and path for the medical development in the new era.This article demonstrates ten major propositions for HIM,elaborating on the connotation and extension of HIM from the perspectives of epistemology and methodology,in order to achieve the transformation and adaptive evolution of modernmedicine.
文摘In the digital age,non-touch communication technologies are reshaping human-device interactions and raising security concerns.A major challenge in current technology is the misinterpretation of gestures by sensors and cameras,often caused by environmental factors.This issue has spurred the need for advanced data processing methods to achieve more accurate gesture recognition and predictions.Our study presents a novel virtual keyboard allowing character input via distinct hand gestures,focusing on two key aspects:hand gesture recognition and character input mechanisms.We developed a novel model with LSTM and fully connected layers for enhanced sequential data processing and hand gesture recognition.We also integrated CNN,max-pooling,and dropout layers for improved spatial feature extraction.This model architecture processes both temporal and spatial aspects of hand gestures,using LSTM to extract complex patterns from frame sequences for a comprehensive understanding of input data.Our unique dataset,essential for training the model,includes 1,662 landmarks from dynamic hand gestures,33 postures,and 468 face landmarks,all captured in real-time using advanced pose estimation.The model demonstrated high accuracy,achieving 98.52%in hand gesture recognition and over 97%in character input across different scenarios.Its excellent performance in real-time testing underlines its practicality and effectiveness,marking a significant advancement in enhancing human-device interactions in the digital age.
文摘This study reviews the historical development,current applications,and multifaceted impacts of religious psychological coping on the physical and mental health of cancer patients.As a method for coping with life’s pressures through religious beliefs or activities,religious psychological coping has been proven to alleviate the negative emotions of cancer patients and enhance their spiritual well-being and quality of life(QOL).Research indicates that religious faith can alleviate the physical symptoms of cancer patients,extend survival time,reduce the fear of death,assist in coping with treatment side effects,and improve self-efficacy and overall quality of life.Additionally,this study explores factors influencing religious psychological coping,including demographic and sociological characteristics,the faith status of caregivers,types of religion,the relationship between the course of the disease and the duration of belief,and psychological factors.Considering the cultural differences between China and other countries,this study calls for further research into the real experiences of cancer patients with religious beliefs and provides theoretical guidance for clinical nursing practices to achieve holistic care for the body,mind,and spirit of cancer patients.
基金Supported by Basic Science Research Program through the National Research Foundation of Korea(NRF)funded by the Ministry of Education,No.NRF-RS-2023-00237287 and No.NRF-2021S1A5A8062526Local Government-University Cooperation-Based Regional Innovation Projects,No.2021RIS-003。
文摘This article delves into the psychological impact of gynecological malignancies and suggests pathways to improve the quality of life(QoL)for affected patients.Building on Shang et al's comprehensive analysis,this piece integrates insights from various studies to highlight the profound influence of psychological and physical symptoms on patients undergoing treatment for gynecological cancers.The study underscores that anxiety and depression significantly exacerbate the disease's toll.Factors such as physical exercise and digital and interactive health interventions show promise in mitigating these adverse effects.The article emphasizes the necessity for a holistic care approach that addresses both physical and emotional needs.Recommendations include enhanced training for healthcare providers,public awareness campaigns,streamlined diagnostic pathways,and improved access to specialist care.These integrated strategies aim to ensure that women facing gynecological cancers can maintain an optimal QoL through comprehensive and multidisciplinary care models.
文摘2024 marks the tenth anniversary of a holistic approach to national security.As an important component of Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era,a holistic approach to national security provides fundamental guidance for China's national security work in the new era and is,therefore,of great theoretical and practical significance.This approach has several distinct features:it ref lects the trends of our times,is deeply rooted in China's national culture,and follows a people-centered,struggle-oriented,systematic,strategic,in novative,and practice-based approach.By upholding and developing a holistic approach to national security,the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China(CPC)has comprehensively strengthened the Party's absolute leadership over national security,reshaped the systems and mechanisms for national security across the board,and made brilliant achievements in national security work in the new era.Given the context of the momentous changes unseen in a century that shape today's world,the national security situation facing China is increasingly complex and grim,characterized by many challenges and new characteristics.On the new journey toward rejuvenating the nation and building China into a strong country,we should fully implement the spirit of the 20th CPC National Congress,firmly pursue a holistic approach to national security,and accelerate the modernization of China's national security system and capacity to ensure steady and sustained progress in Chinese modernization.
文摘Holistic integrative medicine,abbreviated as HIM,has been officially proposed since 2012.Its theoretical system has been continuously improved,and its practical methods have become increasingly diverse,becoming an inevitable choice and path for the medical development in the new era.This article demonstrates ten major propositions for HIM,elaborating on the connotation and extension of HIM fromthe perspectives of epistemology and methodology,in order to achieve the transformation and adaptive evolution of modern medicine.
