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 WU News
| September 2014
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Create balance
and harmony.
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10 Drugs That May Cause Memory Loss
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Dr. Armon B. Neel Jr.'s article, published in AARP May 10 2013, reveals ten categories of medications that can interfere with memory.
The side effects of these drugs are commonly attributed to normal aging!!
Categories:
- Antianxiety drugs (Benzodiazepines)
- Cholesterol-lowering drugs (Statins)
- Antiseizure drugs
- Antidepressant drugs (Tricyclic antidepressants)
- Narcotic painkillers
- Parkinson's drugs (Dopamine agonists)
- Hpertension drugs (Beta-blockers)
- Sleeping aids (Nonbenzodiazepine sedative-hypnotics)
- Incontinence drugs (Anticholinergics)
- Antihistamines (First-generation)
In his article, Dr. Neel explains:
- What these drugs are prescribed for
- Drugs included in each category
- How they affect memory loss
- Alternative treatments
Read the full article here.
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UPCOMING WORKSHOPS
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Qi Gong:
Certified Associate Instructor Training Program
October 4 - October 5th (Saturday - Sunday)
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
This training will help you to develop a new skill, add value to your current profession or can be a personal retreat to improve your health, vitality and well-being. Based on an ancient Taoist Tai Chi system, this program was developed by Dr. Ming Wu through his 40 years of study and practice of Chuang Tzu's teachings.
Wu Way Qi Gong focuses on how to incorporate Qi Gong into daily life and to remain present in the moment. In this 16 hour training you will be trained to teach Wu Healing Qi Gong.
Location:
Emerson Health and Wellness Center
310 Baker Ave. Concord, MA
Fee:
$400 for a two-day program
For More Information and to Sign Up Online
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FOR YOUR INFORMATION AND EDUCATION
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Tai Chi & Qi Gong for Health and Well-Being
Introduction by Josephine P. Briggs, M.D., director of the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCAM).
This video includes Tai Chi and Qi Gong movements that you can follow and learn to do on your own.
Improve your health and sense of well-being!!
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Tai Chi and Qi Gong [All 5 Chapters]
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Note: exercises begin at 3:30.
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Enjoy the gift of health with tea...
while giving the gift of health to others!
Wu Healing Center & US-China Chan announcement: 
For each tea purchased at the West Hartford office
August 8 - December 31 (2014),
5% of the sale will be donated to the Emerson Hospital
"Integrative Health and Wellness Center - Cancer Program
(a non-profit charity).
The donation will be given specifically to help provide wellness classes for cancer patients in need. Emerson Hospital is a private, non-profit, acute care medical center founded in 1911. Emerson's Integrative Health & Wellness Center in Concord, Massachusetts "provides a place where the community can participate in classes aimed at keeping them healthy".
More information:
Emerson Hospital - Health & Wellness Center
Wu Healing Center
Wu Healing Center - Tai Chi and Qi Gong class at Emerson Hospital (Concord, MA)
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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WORLD CLASS TEA TASTINGS presented by Wu Healing Center
Come experience a relaxing and enjoyable atmosphere
while sipping high-quality teas from
the famous mountains and special tea farms of China.
Rotating tea samples to range from white, green,
oolong, red, black, and aged Pu-erh varieties
personally selected by Dr. Ming Wu.
When
Mondays and Fridays
9:30 - 10:30 AM
Where
Wu Healing Center
45 South Main St. Suite #100
West Hartford, CT 06107
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TEA AND ARTS FAIR - Saturday, September 13, 2014 1st Annual Celebration - Healing Arts, Tea and Artwork presented by Wu Healing Center - Free hourly workshop presentations
 - Over 30 exhibitors and information tables
- Tai Chi, Qi Gong and Martial Arts demonstrations
- Massage and Auricular therapy healing sessions
- Tea tasting and ceremony with Lotus Leaf Tea
- Traditional Chinese music & dance performance
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When
Saturday, September 13, 2014
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Where
West Hartford Meeting & Conference Ctr
50 South Main St. West Hartford, CT
Tickets
$12 online ~ $15 at the door
Includes Admission to all events and free parking
Vendors
Spaces no longer available - sign up early next year!
Lorelei Chang of DancEnlight will perform. See more about Ms. Chang and her dance company here.
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Wonderful Afternoon Event of Qigong, Tea Ceremony, and Guzheng Music!
presented by:Wu Healing Center & US-China Chan Cultural Exchange Assoc.
Event Schedule:
1:00 - 3:00 p.m. - Wu Healing Qigong w/ Dr. Ming Wu
3:00 - 4:00 p.m. - Tea Ceremony & Meditation by Tea Master Haiyan Grzelak
4:00 - 5:00 p.m. - Guzheng Music by Haiyan Grzelak
Chinese sweets from Sweet Thyme will also be offered for your enjoyment.
Suggested Donation: $50.00/person Proceeds of this event:
are to be given to the Emerson Hospital "Integrative Health and Wellness Center - Cancer Program (a non-profit charity). The donation will be given specifically to help provide wellness classes for cancer patients in need.
Emerson Hospital is a private, non-profit, acute care medical center founded in 1911. Emerson's Integrative Health & Wellness Center in Concord, Massachusetts "provides a place where the community can participate in classes aimed at keeping them healthy".
When:
October 25, 2014 (Saturday)
1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Where:
Lexington, MA
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November 15-16 2014
Best Western Royal Plaza Trade Center
181 Boston Post Road (Route 20 West) Marlborough, MA 01752 Saturday: 9am-7pm ~ Sunday: 10am-5pm Dr. Ming Wu's Workshop Schedule: - Instant Pain Elimination - Saturday, 3pm (Salon A)
- Qigong - Sunday, 10am (Salon A)
90 Workshops included in admission
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| September 2014 Specials |
TCM Reflexology Wall Chart - 20% discount
"Sketch Chart of Foot-Reflexive Zones" laminated wall chart.
Clear diagrams of reflexive zones indicated by illustrative symbols, Chinese characters, and English. Reflexes displayed for both feet (dorsal, plantar, and lateral/medial aspects).
Can be easily rolled up for portability and storage (30"x20")
Chief Editor: Dr. Ming Jie Wu
Published by: Sun Garden Health Publications
Great guide for healthcare practitioners, clinic/healing rooms, workshop instruction, students, self-care regimens, etc.
$ 12.34 (reg. $15.42) prices include tax Order Now
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Qi Gong for Healing DVD - 20% discount
Qi Gong is the movement and meditation practice on which all Chinese martial arts are based. Doing Qi Gong attracts vital energy to one's body and life. A daily practice can reduce stress, prevent and treat illness, establish balance and intergrate mind and body with spirit.
The exercises in Dr.Wu's Qi Gong for Healing 1 are designed to support the immune system and promote healing and health.
Approximate running time: 30 minutes
$ 16.00 (reg. $20.00) Order Now
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BECOME A MEMBER FOR UNLIMITED CLASSES!!
Join the Wu Healing Center and attend UNLIMITED Group Classes Qi Gong * Tai Chi * Yoga
New Student Special Offer: Sign-up: Online, Call 978.790.8888 or email Dr. Wu
Returning Students:
Sign-up Online: 1 month 3 months 1 yearSee list of Ongoing Classes below Location: 45 S. Main St. #100, West Hartford, CT Please Note: These classes are no longer available for drop-in.
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ONGOING CLASSES
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BECOME A WU HEALING CENTER MEMBER
For Unlimited QI GONG, TAI CHI AND YOGA Group Classes
(these classes are no longer available for drop-in)
Location: 45 South Main St. West Hartford, CT
World Class Tea Tastings
Mondays & Fridays: 9:30 - 10:30am
West Hartford, CT (led by Paula)
Tai Chi Class - Beginner (no drop-in)
Mondays: 6:00 - 7:00pm
West Hartford, CT (led by Dr. Ming Wu)
Mondays: 7:00 - 8:00pm
West Hartford, CT (led by Dr. Ming Wu, $15)
Wu Healing Qi Gong Class (no drop-in)
Tuesdays: 9:30 - 10:30am
West Hartford, CT (led by Dr. Ming Wu) Tai Chi Class (no drop-in)
Tuesdays: 10:30 - 11:30am
West Hartford, CT (led by Michele Vinson) Tai Chi Class For Kids (ages 6-12) (no drop-in)
Tuesdays: 4:00 - 4:45pm
West Hartford, CT (led by Dr. Ming Wu, monthly sign up) Wu Healing Qi Gong Class (no drop-in)
Tuesdays: 6:00 - 7:00pm
West Hartford, CT (led by Dr. Ming Wu)
Meditation and Tea Ceremonies (OK to drop-in)
Tuesdays: 7:00 - 8:00pm
West Hartford, CT (led by Dr. Ming Wu, $15) Wu Healing Qi Gong Class (no drop-in)
Wednesdays: 9:30 - 10:30am
West Hartford, CT (led by Erik Harris) Wu Healing Tai Chi and Qi Gong Class (no drop-in)
Wednesdays: 6:00 - 7:00pm
West Hartford, CT (led by Erik Harris) Wu Healing Tai Chi Class (no drop-in)
Thursdays: 6:00 - 7:00pm
West Hartford, CT (led by Theresa) New Year, New You. Tea Seminar with Helen Second Fridays every Month: 7:00 - 8:30pm West Hartford, CT Free - Open to the Public
Wu Healing Qi Gong Class (no drop-in)
Fridays: 9:30 - 10:30am
West Hartford, CT (led by Dr. Ming Wu) Yoga Class (no drop-in)
Fridays: 6:00 - 7:00pm
West Hartford, CT (led by Wendy Zhu)
Wu Healing Qi Gong Class (no drop-in)
Saturdays: 8:00 - 9:00am
West Hartford, CT (led by Dr. Ming Wu)
Location: Health & Wellness Center - Emerson Hospital
Tai Chi Class
Wednesdays: 9:30 - 10:30am Health & Wellness Center - Emerson Hospital (led by Dr. Ming Wu) Wu Healing Qi Gong Class
Wednesdays: 10 :30 - 11:30am Health & Wellness Center - Emerson Hospital (led by Dr. Ming Wu) Wu Healing Qi Gong Class - Beginner
Wednesdays: 6:00 - 7:00pm Health & Wellness Center - Emerson Hospital (led by Dr. Ming Wu) Tong Ren Healing Class
Thursdays: 5:00 - 6:00pm Health & Wellness Center - Emerson Hospital (led by Dr. Ming Wu) Tai Chi Class
Thursdays: 6:00 - 7:00pm Health & Wellness Center - Emerson Hospital (led by Dr. Ming Wu)
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| WEEKLY CONFERENCE CALLS |
Free Dao De Jing Weekly Conference Call
Every Wednesday Evening
9:00 - 10:00pm EST English only
Ms. Joey Wu, Professor of Zhongshan University, China, Chan Buddhist teacher and founder of U.S. China Chan Cultural Exchange Association talks about Dao De Jing study and how to practice Dao De Jing in Tai Chi and TCM.
Study Book: The Dao de Jing, translated by Gia-Fu Feng (translates all 81 chapters) You can purchase the book here.
Instructions For Call:
Call: (605) 475-4700* Access Code: 1023379#
*When prompted, enter the assigned access code, followed by the # key.
Once connected to the free conference call, every caller will be able to talk.
To listen to past 212 conference calls:
Playback number : (605) 475-4799
Access code : 1023379#
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