Rehab, but make it coordinated: Synergy Rehab is expanding a multidisciplinary model across British Columbia, bringing physiotherapy, massage, chiropractic, kinesiology, acupuncture, counseling and rehab under one roof to streamline recovery. New clinic launch in the UK: Flex Health Hub officially celebrated its Oxfordshire opening at Signal Yard, bundling physiotherapy, rehabilitation, acupuncture, nutrition, counseling and mindfulness for mobility, arthritis and sports recovery. Ear seeds go viral: A growing trend called ear seeding (auriculotherapy) is being shared online for stress, sleep, digestion and pain support—an ancient practice now marketed as a simple at-home wellness add-on. Courtroom win for Ghana’s CAM: Ghana’s Accra High Court dismissed a bid by the Traditional Medicine Practice Council to end GAMPA’s lawsuit, keeping the fight over who regulates complementary and alternative medicine moving toward trial. Parkinson’s and medication debate: A reader’s question highlights the tension between holistic approaches (diet, spirituality, Reiki) and neurologist-recommended Parkinson’s meds, with the risks of drug-induced vs true Parkinson’s symptoms emphasized. Chronic pain gets a whole-person boost: A VA Whole Health randomized trial reports better pain interference improvements with an interdisciplinary team approach that includes non-drug integrative care like acupuncture. Ayurveda in the spotlight: AyurFest 2026 in the UK drew 200+ delegates discussing how Ayurveda can fit into integrative, cancer and longevity-focused healthcare. Safety warning on “frog poison” detox: Reports continue to link kambo (frog poison ingestion) to deaths, raising serious concerns about unproven “detox” rituals. Home wellness shopping: Amazon discounts on massage chairs in India (up to 71% off) are pushing more people toward at-home recovery tools. Community health & wellness spaces: Bastyr Center for Natural Health held an open house in Kenmore, offering acupuncture, naturopathic medicine, homeopathy and counseling.