Chinese Medicine in Early Communist China, 1945-1963

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The transformation of Chinese medicine is explored, detailing its evolution from a marginalized practice in the mid-twentieth century to a vital component of the national health-care system under the Chinese Communist Party. The book examines the political, social, and cultural factors that contributed to this significant shift, highlighting the integration of traditional practices into modern healthcare and the implications for both practitioners and patients in contemporary China.