Why in news?
International Conference that was organised by Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine concluded recently.
- About Unani – Unani system is one of the oldest systems of medicine, based on the teachings of Hippocrates.
Hippocrates is known as the "Father of Medicine" because he established medicine on a scientific basis and raised ethical standards.
- It is an extensive medical system that deals with various states of the body (healthy and disease).
- The system is integrated in nature and offers preventive, promotive, curative and rehabilitative healthcare.
- UNANI is derived from the word IONIAN which indicates its genesis in the present day Greece (Unan) and TIBB means medicine.
- World Health Organization (WHO) – Recognized it in 1976.
- Umure Tabiya – In Unani system of medicine, human body is based on seven natural principles, known as “Umure Tabiya”.
- These are the very factors responsible for the existence of the human body and are considered responsible for the maintenance of health.
- The loss of any one of these components could lead even to death of the individual.
- Hippocratic theory – Unani system is based on the Hippocratic theory which postulates that a perfect balance of "Arkan" (elements), "Akhlat" (humors) and "Mizaj” (temperament) keeps the body and mind healthy.
- The theory presupposes the presence of four humours in human body, which are:
- Dam
- Balgham
- Safra (Yellow bile)
- Sauda (black bile)
- Diagnosis – The most important aspect forthe diagnosis of diseases are three in number,and they are Nabz (pulse), examination of baul (urine) and Baraz (stool).
- The surroundings and the ecological conditions are very much responsible for the state of health of a person.
- International Conference – Was recently organised by Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine.
- The conference was on the topic “Innovations in Unani Medicine for Integrative Health Solutions – A way forward”.
References
- PIB - Unani Medicine
- Directorate of AYUSH - Unani Medicine
