Integrating modern technology with Traditional Chinese Medicine, sharing information across Hong Kong

Leung, Ruth; Lam, Corey; Ziea, Eric Tat-Chi

doi:10.1109/healthcom.2012.6380062

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“…The preparation and dispensation of TCM were often considered as time-consuming and inconvenient, as it involved decocting of raw herbs into a liquid form for consumption. Concentrated Chinese medicine granules are now available in Hong Kong and provide an alternative way to cope with the busy lifestyles of the consumers (Leung et al , 2012). We propose two predicted variables related to medical treatment choice.…”

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Public attitudes toward traditional Chinese medicine and how they affect medical treatment choices in Hong Kong

Chan

Tsang

2018

IJPHM

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Purpose This study aims to test a conceptual model using public attitudes toward biomedicine and traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) to predict respondents’ medical treatment choice. Design/methodology/approach A quantitative online survey was conducted using quota sampling. Altogether 1,321 questionnaires from Hong Kong residents of age 15 years or above were collected. Findings Attitudes toward biomedicine in relation to TCM and perceived cost of TCM consultation were found to be significant variables in predicting respondents’ medical treatment choice of treatment. Perceived efficacy of TCM, however, was not a significant predictor. Older respondents, as well as respondents with higher education, were less likely to consult biomedicine first when ill. They were also less likely to consult biomedicine exclusively. Research limitations/implications This study uses a convenience sample recruited through personal networks. The findings cannot be generalized to the rest of the population. Practical implications Respondents in the study generally perceived TCM’s efficacy to be high, but not high enough to make it the medical treatment of choice. To promote TCM in Hong Kong, there is a need to enhance trust in it. This can be achieved through strengthening scientific research and development of TCM, enhancing professional standards of TCM practitioners and educating the public about the qualifications of TCM practitioners. Strategic channel planning to reach potential target and reducing the time cost of TCM medication should be examined. Originality/value The study is the first to relate attitudes to and perceptions of TCM with medical treatment choices in Hong Kong.

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confidence: 99%