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The integration of healing into conventional cancer care in the UK.

Complement Ther Clin Pract. 2010 Nov;16(4):222-8. Epub 2010 Apr 15. The integration of healing into conventional cancer care in the UK. Lorenc A, Peace B, Vaghela C, Robinson N. Source Thames Valley University, Paragon House, Boston Manor Road, Brentford, TW8 9GA, UK. ava.lorenc@tvu.ac.uk Abstract Healing encompasses Reiki, therapeutic touch and healing touch, and is often used by cancer patients to supplement their health care, but the extent of healing provision in conventional cancer care is unknown. This study used snowball sampling to map the healing provision in UK conventional cancer care settings. Sixty-seven individuals at 38 centres were identified who provided healing within conventional care, 16 NHS-based. Less than half were paid or had specialist cancer training. Self-referral was the usual route to healing, followed by hospital nurse referral. Healing was perceived as well accepted and useful by healers. Providing healing in conventional cancer care may improve patient empowerment and choice. Despite the value to patients, staff and healers, many services receive little financial support. Exchange of information and communication on referral possibilities between healers and conventional staff needs to be improved. Voluntary healer self-regulation will facilitate the safe incorporation of healing into conventional care.

Investigation of standard care versus sham Reiki placebo versus actual Reiki therapy to enhance comfort and well-being in a chemotherapy infusion center.

Oncol Nurs Forum. 2011 May;38(3):E212-20. Investigation of standard care versus sham Reiki placebo versus actual Reiki therapy to enhance comfort and well-being in a chemotherapy infusion center. Catlin A, Taylor-Ford RL. Source School of Nursing, Sonoma State University, Rohnert Park, CA, USA. catlin@sonoma.edu Abstract PURPOSE/OBJECTIVES: To determine whether provision of Reiki therapy during outpatient chemotherapy is associated with increased comfort and well-being. DESIGN: Double-blind, randomized clinical controlled trial. SETTING: Outpatient chemotherapy center. SAMPLE: 189 participants were randomized to actual Reiki, sham Reiki placebo, or standard care. METHODS: Patients receiving chemotherapy were randomly placed into one of three groups. Patients received either standard care, a placebo, or an actual Reiki therapy treatment. A demographic tool and pre- and post-tests were given before and after chemotherapy infusion. MAIN RESEARCH VARIABLES: Reiki therapy, sham Reiki placebo therapy, standard care, and self-reported levels of comfort and well-being pre- and postintervention. FINDINGS: Although Reiki therapy was statistically significant in raising the comfort and well-being of patients post-therapy, the sham Reiki placebo also was statistically significant. Patients in the standard care group did not experience changes in comfort and well-being during their infusion session. CONCLUSIONS: The findings indicate that the presence of an RN providing one-on-one support during chemotherapy was influential in raising comfort and well-being levels, with or without an attempted healing energy field. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING: An attempt by clinic nurses to provide more designated one-to-one presence and support for patients while receiving their chemotherapy infusions could increase patient comfort and well-being.

Rosincrucian groups

https://sites.google.com/a/amorc.rosicrucian.org/rosicruciangroups/ When AMORC first emerged in America as an institution, members did not receive monographs at home, as we do now. Rosicrucians gathered in small groups to discuss the esoteric principles passed down through time as the various manifestations of the Western Esoteric Tradition. We continue this oral Tradition in our Affiliated Bodies.

The Battle of Isengard from Lord of the Rings, depicted in 22,000 LEGO bricks

http://io9.com/5845739/the-battle-of-isengard-from-lord-of-the-rings-depicted-in-22000-lego-bricks/gallery/1 This LEGO recreation of the battle of the Ents from The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers is seven feet tall, has an eight-foot-diameter, contains 22,000 plastic bricks, and weighs 145 pounds. This sculpture consists of 23 treefolk, over 100 orcs, and one Saruman. Wouldn't you like to see it?

Save Doctor Who confidential

http://www.petitionbuzz.com/petitions/savedwc It has been announced that the BBC are axing favourite show Doctor Who Confidential. Sign this petition to save the show and share it with your friends.

Hugh Jackman Talks About LES MISERABLES in 3D & His X-MEN: FIRST CLASS Cameo Read more at ONTD: http://ohnotheydidnt.livejournal.com/63170283.html#cutid1#ixzz1ZZaktZoX

Hugh Jackman is an expert at making men the world over look bad. Not only is he incredibly nice, good-looking, talented, charming, and funny, but he can also sing and dance like nobody’s business. What an asshole. Steve recently sat down with the gracious actor to talk about his upcoming sci-fi flick Real Steel, but during the conversation Jackman spoke a bit about his upcoming role in The King’s Speech director Tom Hooper’s movie musical Les Miserables. Jackman is taking on the starring role of Jean Valjean in the pic opposite Russell Crowe as the nefarious Javert. The actor confirmed that filming begins next March and they’re getting ready to do some tests to determine whether Hooper will shoot the film in 3D or not. Hit the jump to see what he had to say. Read more at ONTD: http://ohnotheydidnt.livejournal.com/63170283.html#cutid1#ixzz1ZZaW4lGb