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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1975-01-16, Page 17 (2)LIMITED QUANTITIES AVAILABLE I Shop At Wilson's Jewellery 413 Main St. - Exeter PLEASING YOU — PLEASES US Clearance Sale Continues This Weekes De Jong's GRAND BEND Clothing 47 Main St. Grand Bend 25010 00 Entire Stock //41i44 *Except Blue Jeans, Cords and Apple Bee Shirts Which Are Clearing At 10% Off Be ee SureOur To 1/2PRICE RACK Open 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. By JACK RIDDELL M.P.P. We know that the history of acupuncture dates back at least 35 centuries, because prehistoric artists recorded acupuncture treatments by depicting them through etchings on bones. Much later, about 25 centuries ago, the first medical book was written in China which included many details of the practice of acupuncture, which was already ancient at that time. . Acupuncture in Canada is not a recent discovery. It has always been practised in Chinese communities. However, in the last few years, Western physicians have been looking at the possible benefits of this type of treatment, and many have visited China for actual demonstrations of acupuncture. Because this type of treatment is relatively new in Ontario, there was no legislation covering the practice of acupuncturists operating in this Province. As a result some"quackupuncturists" set up shop and took advantage of unsuspecting patients who were not relieved of their problems and were still charged high fees for service. Up to now anyone could open an office and insert needles into people regardless of whether he To regulate acupuncturists or she had any training in acupuncture. This was a potentially dangerous situation for several reasons. First of all, not all acupuncturists were following basic rules of hygiene. The Toronto Globe and Mail published a story about a Hamilton acupuncturists who was inserting needles through nylon stockings. If conditions are not completely sterile, there is a very real danger of infection. Another danger of acupuncture at the hands of someone who has not received the proper training is that the needle ' could ac- cidently puncture a vital organ. Another concern is the possibility that acupuncture might be used before expert medical diagnosis has been ob- tained. Without such diagnosis proper medical care could be delayed and serious con- sequences to the individual could result. Last June the Government took the first step toward controlling the practice of acupuncture in Ontario. Health Minister Frank Miller stated it was a medical act and could only be performed by a non-medical person on referral in writing by a physician, thus ensuring that a diagnosis has been established. At that time he announced three research grants totalling $75,000 to assist in establishing the role of acupuncture in the delivery of health care. Unfortunately, the Minister's directive in June did not do very much to prevent the continuing operation of the storefront acupuncturists he wanted to control. Many of these people continued to see patients without the written referral of a physician. It became veru ob- vious that more stringent con- trols were needed. In July, Ontario acupuncurists formed an Association with Hubert Lam as president. The Association stated that it felt acupuncturists should all be Licensed and disciplined by a separate Board. This precipitated a st?uggle between the medical and non-medical acupuncturists because Ontario doctors wanted to limit the practice of acupuncture to licenced physicians. The Acupuncture Foundation which was composed of medical doc- tors, urged physicians not to refer their patients to lay acupuncturists. At last on January 8 the Health Minister came out with his long awaited statement on the status of acupuncture in this Province. He said that the practice of acupuncture will be restricted to physicians, dentists and specially trained lay acupuncturists who have passed an examination and are working under the super- vision of a physician. This will put most of •Ontario's acupunc- ture clinics, estimated to number about 100, out of business, as Mr. Millerestirnatedonly about 12 to 15 non-medical acupuncturists will be able to pass the examination. Lay acupuncturists will be required to submit to a training course and special examination to be administered by the College of Physicans and Surgeons. Although it is regarded as a medical act, acupuncture will not be covered by OHIP. However, a scale of approved rates will be drawn up by the Ontario Medical Association. At the present time people are paying anywhere from $10 to $35 per treatment. It's in full swing..... Now! T H E BAS � Hu EPARTMENT STORE EST FACTORY OUTLET We MEN'S HYDRO PARKAS B.F.O. DISCOUNT PRICE 523.97 GIRLS & BOYS 2-8X AND 7 TO 18 WINTER (OATS JACKETS LESS 20% NOW ONLY s i 9 17 LESS 20% SNOWMOBILE SUITS ON`Y B.F.O. DISCOUNT PRICED 7.77 TO 18.57 NEW STOCK SIZES 10-20 LADIES' BLOUSES VALUE NOW TO ONLY SL 20 U. TO 61520 $8.1 TO $997 MEN'S SKI JACKETS B.F.O. DISCOUNT PRICED 516.97 TO 524.97 $ 1 357 . LESS 20% NOW TO ONLY s 1 9.97 are continuing our LADIES' SKI JACKETS B.F.O. DISCOUNT PRICED 513.97 TO $16.97 $ 1 1 23 LESS NOWY TO ONL 20% $13.57 MEN'S- BOYS' -LADIES'- GIRLS' and BABY'S WEAR YARD GOODS -FURNITURE- MATTRESSES -PAINT SEWING MACHINES -SMALL APPLIANCES -LAMPS MEN'S- BOYS' -LADIES'-GIRLS' and BABY'S WEAR YARD GOODS -FURNITURE- MATTRESSES -PAINT SEWING MACHINES -SMALL APPLIANCES -LAMPS LOCATED ON HWY NO. 4 SOUTH OF CLINTON AT VANASTRA LOCATED ON HWY NO. 4 SOUTH CLINTON AT VANASTRA WINTER STORE HOURS MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY 11 A.M. TO 6 P.M. FRIDAY 11 A.M. TO 9 P.M SATURDAY . 9 A.M. TO 6 P.M. CLOSED SUNDAYS MEN'S - BY A WELL KNOWN MFG. DRESS SHIRTS LESS 30 SLIGHTLY IRREGULAR REG. VALUE TO 16.97 NOW $ C 57 B.F.O. DISCOUNT PRICE 7.97 ONLY - MEN'S DOUBLE KNIT, POLYESTER & WOOL DRESS PANTS LESS 30, REO. VALUE 16.97 B.F.O. DISCOUNT PRICE 9.97 MEN'S WOOL & POLYESTER DRESS PANTS REG. 525.00 VALUE B.F.O. DISCOUNT PRICE 516.97 SNOWMOBILE SUITS NOWON$6.97 • ALSO ALL WOOL LESS 40 0 NOWNNs9•97 B.F.O. DISCOUNT PRICED 523.97 TO 550.97 LESS 20% SPECIAL HIGH TRADE-IN ALLOWANCE ON SEWING MACHINES Bas• Factory Outlet Is making special high trade -In allowan- ces on your used sewing machine on the purchase of a new: •UNIVERSAL by WHITE *DOMESTIC by WHITE •IERNINA •MORSE AND OTHER FAMOUS IRANDS Ivo oleo hers used sewing machines *ea5 1111.00 for straight stitch modals OW used ss 1-eutaeadlos up to 1149.98. Maw wed s•atlttg ntaeldnee carry a htsN Ilkyser sewer ly. OUR SEWING MACHINE EXPERT COMES TO LASE FACTORY OUTLET SAT. JAN. 2STH Mr. Earl Berstch our sewing machine repairman and instructor will be at our store Saturday January 25 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Bring in your sewing machine fora check or repairs. Mr. Berstch has had over 37 years experience and all his work is guaranteed for a lull year. $19.,7 TO NOW ONLY $40.79 BLANKETS THERMO B.F.O. PRICED 58.81 LESS 20% NOW ONLY $697 1 CI% OFF OUR ENTIRE STOCK Excluding sowing machines, small appliances, tobacco, and sundries and special sale Items listed, above. i Hopefully the new Government regulations will eliminate Ontario's unwanted quackupuncturists;by controlling who may or may not practice this ancient Chinese technique. By MISS ELLA MORLOCK UCW The January meeting of the UCW was held Thursday evening in the Sunday School auditorium of Zion United Church. Mrs. Lorne Preszcator, Mrs. Russell Finkbeiner, Mrs: Gordon Finkbeiner and Mrs. Earl Neil led the program, the theme of which was "The Art of Living." The table was decorated with lighted candles and a plate bearing the words "God Bless Our Home." Mrs. Gordon Fink- beiner accompanied the singing of hymns. Mrs. Preszcator and Mrs. Finkbeiner sang, ac- companied by Mrs. Russell Fink- beiner. The subtle influence upon the occupants of everyone and everything in the home, even the furnishings, was discussed. Mrs. Preszcator read an ac- count of the JEM Farm (Japan Evangelical Misson) in Alberta, a farm that turns its profit into missionary enterprise. One of the farm operators, Eldon Dick, is a relative of Joe Woodall and4 William Sweet. Mrs. Preszcator closed the program by reading a poem"The Junkman". As we threw out old clothes at his call, so let us discard old woes at the call of the New Year. The president, Mrs. Cliff Russell, opened the business session with prayer and a look toward 1975. Roll Call was an- swered by the payment of dues. Officers and conveners gave their reports for 1974. Hostesses were Mrs. Donna Bushfield, Mrs. Gordon Ratz, Mrs. Cliff Russell. Personals Mrs. Armin Schlenker received word of the death of her uncle, Eli Fayner, at Eldersley, Saskat- chewan. Mr. & Mrs. Oscar Pfaff have returned from a visit of several weeks with Mr. & Mrs. Willard Berge and family- of Moosejaw, Saskatchewan. The weather was mild during their stay, with bright sunshine and tem- peratures in the thirties. The Pfaffs, accompanied by Mr. & Mrs. Jim Pfaff and their family, made the trip by plane. Laura Mathers received word of the sudden death of her niece, Mrs. Lloyd McClarty, of Marine City, Michigan. She accompanied Mr. & Mrs. David McClarty to Michigan for the funeral. John Wade is a patient at Victoria Hospital. Mrs. Marguerite Finkbeiner, Ella Morlock and Mrs. Peter Martin attended the Christian Women's Club, Exeter, Friday. Mrs. Martin sang two solos during the program. Rev. John Reid, London. conducted the Sunday morning service in Zion United Church. Rev. Heid will return for the two remaining Sundays of January. UCW meets at Kirkton By MRS. HAROLD DAVIS KIRKTON The January meeting of the UCW was held in the church basement beginning with a pot- luck dinner. Approximately thirty ladies attended. The meeting opened with a tape of the 50th anniversary of the UCW. Mrs. Norman Amos conducted the business. All reports were read and adopted. Meeting closed with benediction. WI The Kirkton Women's Institute held a short course at the Kirkton-Woodham Community Centre "Baked in a Pie" with Mrs. George Burgin and Mrs. Betty Lamond as leaders. Everyone had a sample pf the .Quiche Lorraine, cheeseburger Pie and Pastry made from three different -flours. The short course is continuing Wednesday, January 15. Mr. & Mrs. Rea Stephen visited Sunday with Mr. & Mrs. Harold Grierson of London. Mrs. Albert Bickell celebrated her 93 birthday January 10. All her family were home for the occasion. Mr. & Mrs. Larry Bickell are holidaying in Florida. The Senior Citizens enjoyed their first Senior Citizens Euchre at the Kirkton and Woodham Community Centre, Tuesday afternoon. Why do some men look for home atmosphere in a hotel and hotel service in a home? Some question has arisen as to why acupuncture will not be covered by OHIP since the College of Physicians and Surgeons has accepted it as a medical modality. I think the answer to this is that not all medical procedures are fully covered by OHIP. For example chiropractic treatments are only covered up to a maximum of $100 a year, and psychotherapy done by psychologists is not covered at all. The Minister of Health has stated that it is not inconceivable that some day acupuncture will be covered by OHIP. However, the task at hand is to determine the real medical benefits of this type of treatment which although ancient is not completely un- del1tood. 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