Plants in the Lab: Research Success

Monday 3rd December- 17.30

Everybody enjoys a nice cup of tea! But have you ever wondered what potential health benefits each cup has? 

Tea is popular in many different cultures, and it has been suggested that it may prevent various diseases such as cancer and cardiovascular disease. These plants have had a real contribution in the development of new drugs and the advancement of the Medical and the Pharmaceutical industries.

Find out all about research in this growing field by Professor Peter Houghton and also get a chance to blend your own special tea in an interactive session!

Free refreshments and snacks included! 

Date: Monday 3rd December 2012
Time: 17.30
Location: New Hunt's House- G4, Guy's Campus. 
Cost: Free for members and only £3 for non-members!

See you there!
IMS

Arabic Medicine - Hijama

Tuesday 6^th November; 17.45-20.00

An amazing opportunity to learn about a popular form of ancient Arabic Medicine procedure: Hijama. This is a form of Arabic traditional medicine practiced as early as 3000 B.C to promote healing and is a system used to restore balance in the body.

The introductory talk will be given by Dr Ravalia, one of the most respected professionals in his field.

The evening will also involve an interactive Q&A session, with a chance to look at equipment used for cupping!

Free refreshments and snacks!  

Date: Tuesday 6^th November 2012

Time: arrive by 5.30pm; talk will start at 6.00pm.

Location: Percy Roberts Room, Gordon Museum, Hodgkin (Guy’s Campus)

Cost: Free for members and only £3 for non-members!

See you soon!

IMS committee
ims.kcl@gmail.com
www.facebook.com/groups/IMS.kcl

Thanks for coming to IMS Welcome 2012!

It was great to see you all, and I hope you enjoyed the evening.
I'll be putting the health-food fact sheets up on our website, along with some links to key studies.
We'll also post a super-clear summary of "Medicine in Modern China", and some notes and photos from the Institute of Chinese Medicine. China is the world leader in integrating conventional and alternative medicine, so it's really worth finding out more. I know it was a pretty intense first event, and I hope the food helped fuel you through it!

Our next event will be "Arabic Medicine - Hijama"
It's a talk on cupping, one of the oldest and most popular alternative medicines in the world. I've spoken to Dr Ravalia, who is extremely enthusiastic, and he'll be bringing some cupping equipment for us to look at. We'll also be trying Ginger-Apple, Peppermint and Oolong tea.
(18:00 Tuesday 30th October, Anatomy Lecture Theatre, Hodgkin)
Please drop us an email if you intend to come, so we can buy enough tea!

Finally, for those interested in running for committee, please check out the instructions (Here) - you'll need to send us your 100-150 word manifesto by Friday 12:00pm.
I hope we get lots of applications, as running a society like IMS will give you loads of valuable skills and a chance to invite all kinds of eminent speakers!


Warm regards,

Alison Liu
IMS President 2011-2012

Welcome to IMS 2012!

IMS Welcome 2012 has been confirmed!

Whether you're a fresher who's never hear of IMS before, or a returning veteran back from a long summer away, KCL Integrative Medicine Society is ready to kick off the year in style.

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IMS Welcome 2012
Monday 1st October
6:00pm, NHH G.4 (Guy's Campus)

Join us for an evening of taste testing the latest Health Foods and Herbal Teas, and a talk by Dr. Helen Han Li (ICM), on Traditional Chinese Medicine.

We'll also be telling you more about the events lined up for 2012-2013, and how to get involved with the IMS committee.

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I look forward to seeing you all there!

Alison Liu
IMS President 2011-2012

Hypnotherapy Demo Track

The Hypnotherapy event was a huge success, so thanks everyone for turning up! There was a fantastic turnout and the self hypnosis and relaxation techniques were incredible.

Dr Zarod spoke eloquently about Hypnotherapy, its use in controlling pain, what a hypnotherapy session entails and the principles on which it's based.

She showed us some self empowerment techniques and talked us through a short trance aimed at relaxation.

She was also kind enough to leave a CD with a demo track, which I've attempted to upload. (If you can't access it, email ims.kcl@gmail.com and we'll send you the file)







It was a great night, and something to celebrate, so warmest regards and good luck with exams!

Alison Liu
IMS President 2012
ims.kcl@gmail.com
imskcl.blogspot.com
07815762852

Hypnotherapy - Pain, Smoking and Exam Stress

Hypnotherapy: Pain, Smoking and Exam Stress - Free Event!

IMS are proud to present:

"Hypnotherapy: Cancer Pain, Smoking & Exam Stress" - the Interactive Demo.

Dr Helen Zarod, qualified Cognitive Hypnotherapist, Neuro-linguistic Programmer and Specialist Advisor to the National Council of Hypnotherapists, will be giving a talk on Hypnotherapy and its applications in medicine and beyond. Focusing on pain management and lifestyle change, we've arranged for a...  
Post-Talk Interactive Hypnotherapy Session
You'll be able to try out some Hypnotherapy and Neuro-Linguistic Programming techniques designed to help manage stressful situations, encourage clear minded, positive thinking, and generally help you maintain your sanity during the upcoming revision madness. =)

This will probably be the last talk of the year (excluding a possible kew trip) so it'd be great to see everyone there. Please RSVP on the facebook page.

Title: "Hypnotherapy: Cancer Pain, Smoking & Exam Stress"
Time: 5:30-18:45
Date: Thursday 22nd March
Location: NHH G.4
Cost: Free

http://www.facebook.com/events/249658425128551/

As ever, there will be free refreshments, and there will also be prizes for those of you who bring friends along.

I hope to see everyone there!

Alison Liu
IMS President 2012
ims.kcl@gmail.com

AYURVEDA EVENT - FREE!

Ayurveda is a 5,000 year old Indian medical tradition with a focus on preventative and holistic healthcare, and it's uses in areas like Hypertension, Diabetes and Arthritis are now being explored.

We're delighted to present a talk from Dr Eduardo Cardona-Sanclemente, PhD, Doctor of Sciences and the Scientific Director of the Ayurvedic Practitioners Association (APA) UK, giving us an introduction to Ayurveda, it's current applications in healthcare, and a chance to quiz an expert.

As ever, free refreshments will be provided, including herbal teas and snacks, and we highly encourage you to come to this unique event.

Please RSVP ASAP at the Facebook event, as we need to know rough numbers by Tuesday.

http://www.facebook.com/events/223965951020161/

What? "Ayurveda: An Introduction" talk by Dr Eduardo Cardona-Sanclemente

When? Thursday 2nd February, 5:45pm (5:30 for refreshments) - 19:00

Where? Percy Roberts Room (Gordon Museum) Hodgkin Building, Guy's Campus

Cost? Free

Alison Liu
IMS President 2012
ims.kcl@gmail.com
imskcl.blogspot.com
07815762852