Controversy surrounds WHO's push for traditional medicine

The World Health Organization (WHO) is facing backlash as it advocates for the integration of traditional and complementary medicine into national health systems. Despite criticism from experts who view these practices as pseudoscience, WHO Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus emphasized the contributions and potential of traditional medicine in preventing and treating non-communicable diseases. The WHO's support for traditional medicine has sparked controversy, with critics calling out the promotion of homeopathy as "quackery." The organization defended its stance, stating that its work aims to bring evidence and scientific validation to traditional medicine for the benefit of millions worldwide.