A FILM featuring high-level work being carried out by acupuncturists across the UK was shown in Parliament today (11) and features Mount Vernon Cancer Centre.

The Northwood centre, run by East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust, has been involved in several studies researching the use of acupuncture for people living with cancer and those in remission.

The 30-minute film, called To the Point and produced by the British Acupuncture Council, highlights the work of the Supportive Oncology Research Team, in a partnership with the Lynda Jackson Macmillan Centre at Mount Vernon.

It was shown at areception in Commons, alongside a report titled The Scope of Acupuncture.

Among those to be interviewed for the film were consultant oncologist Dr Rob Glynn-Jones and Dr Beverley de Valois, researcher in integrative medicine, both based at Mount Vernon.

Macmillan nurse Elaine Melsome, from the Lynda Jackson Macmillan Centre, also speaks about the impact acupuncture has had on patients at Mount Vernon as part of the film.

Patient Val Fear, who was treated by Dr de Valois, said: It didnt hurt. There was a funny, tingly sensation, but it relaxed me and made me feel calm. Long term I benefited so much from it. I started to sleep properly and the nightmares stopped.

To watch a clip, visit: https://youtu.be/YTLbnG5yJFs

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