The Healing Journal

Meditation has been practiced for centuries, yet its role in modern healthcare is only just beginning to be understood and appreciated. As a powerful, non-invasive, and accessible tool, meditation has shown transformative effects not only in managing physical illnesses like cancer but also in addressing psychological challenges such as trauma, depression, and anxiety. Through real-life examples and inspiring stories, let’s explore how meditation can change lives. --- Meditation and Cancer Treatment : Real-Life Success Stories Cancer is a disease that impacts not just the body but the mind and spirit as well. While conventional treatments like chemotherapy and radiation remain essential, meditation has become a valuable complementary therapy. Case Study: Ian Gawler Ian Gawler, an Australian veterinarian, was diagnosed with advanced bone cancer in the 1970s. After exhausting all conventional treatments, Ian turned to meditation and visualization techniques to complement his recovery. By ...

Cardiovascular diseases encompass a wide range of disorders affecting the heart and blood vessels. The following is a categorized list of common CVDs along with their clinical features for systematic diagnosis. --- 1. Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) Examples: Stable Angina Acute Coronary Syndrome (Unstable Angina, NSTEMI, STEMI) Clinical Features: Retrosternal chest pain, often radiating to the left arm, neck, jaw, or back. Pain triggered by exertion or emotional stress and relieved by rest (stable angina). Dyspnea, nausea, diaphoresis, and palpitations during acute events. Elevated cardiac biomarkers (troponin, CK-MB) in myocardial infarction. ECG changes: ST-segment elevation/depression or T-wave inversion. --- 2. Heart Failure Examples: Left-Sided Heart Failure Right-Sided Heart Failure Congestive Heart Failure Clinical Features: Dyspnea on exertion or at rest. Orthopnea (difficulty breathing when lying flat). Paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea (PND). Peripheral edema, ascites (right-sided ...