Traditional medicine perspectives from Egypt - WHO's "Restoring Balance" series

Date: 15/12/2025

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dkGXCFszxfU

Explore how Traditional Medicine and herbal remedies are shaping modern healthcare in Egypt. This video shares insights from experienced herbalists and health experts on preserving ancestral knowledge while ensuring safety through regulation and scientific validation. For over a century, herbalists in Egypt have passed down generational wisdom, blending cultural heritage with modern practices. Today, herbal medicine is officially recognized, regulated by the Egyptian Drug Authority, and integrated into patient care alongside pharmaceuticals. Key topics covered: Herbal medicine traditions and their cultural roots How herbal remedies complement pharmaceutical treatments National regulations for safety and quality Egypt’s plan for medicinal plants and biodiversity protection Learn how education, research, and policy are advancing safe, effective herbal therapies—creating a connected path for health and sustainability.

Author(s): World Health Organization (WHO); WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region Contributor(s): Askeria, Ahmed; El-Tayr, Abdelfattah Language: Arabic Duration: 1 vídeo do youtube (3:55min)
Subject(s): Plants, Medicinal; Medicine, Traditional; Phytotherapy; Egypt; Herbal Medicine
Related Links:
https://www.who.int/health-topics/traditional-complementary-and-integrative-medicine#tab=tab_1
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