In many countries, the question arises “Is it legal to grow and use Artemisia annua to treat malaria and other diseases?”

Now we have support from the World Health Organisation.

In May 2009 the sixty second World Health Assembly issued a statement in which it urges member states to adopt and implement the Beijing Declaration.

This declaration states, for example,

“The knowledge of traditional medicine, treatments and practices should be respected, preserved, promoted and communicated widely and appropriately based on the circumstances in each country.”

“Governments should establish systems for the qualification, accreditation or licensing of traditional medicine practitioners. Traditional medicine practitioners should upgrade their knowledge and skills based on national requirements“

Read more:

The sixty second World Health Assembly: Item on “Traditional Medicine”, 22 May 2009

The Beijing Declaration, 8 November 2008

We advise anamed associates to make a copy of this declaration and present it to the Ministry of Health in the country where you work.