Exploring Western Herbal Medicine Regulation, Safety, and Practice Considerations

Event Name: Exploring Western Herbal Medicine Regulation, Safety, and Practice Considerations
Date: 2026/05/22
Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Organizer: HKNA
Speaker: Various Speakers

Title: Exploring Western Herbal Medicine Regulation, Safety, and Practice Considerations
Date: 22 May 2026 (Friday)
Time: 19:00 – 21:00 (2 hours)
Format: Online via Zoom
Outline:

• Differentiate between herbal medicine as a regulated health modality and the retail supplement category.
• Navigate international regulatory frameworks (UK, Australia, USA) to assess the quality and credibility of herbal products.
• Recognise key safety considerations, identify high-risk herb-drug-nutrient interactions to ensure client safety.