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A new term – a new start

Autumn is here and new students are joining colleges to study acupuncture. BAcC has traditionally given introductory presentations for 1st year students to let them know about our organisation, our […]

Our integrated projects – driving momentum to work in partnership

Earlier this year, our Research & Policy Manager, Ian Appleyard, introduced his vision for ‘Integrated Projects’ – an umbrella term which describes any project where BAcC acupuncturists work with other […]

2022 ARRC symposium and BAcC annual conference – what a weekend!

This year, the ARRC Symposium and the BAcC Annual Conference came together for a long weekend in September and what a great weekend it was! From research papers, round table […]

How do traditional acupuncturists support patients to make lifestyle changes?

Findings from our new research study suggest BAcC Members’ treatments contribute to key public health targets on healthy behaviours such as diet, physical activity, smoking, alcohol consumption and sleep habits. […]

Moxibustion home information and consent

Form to give patients who have been prescribed home moxibustion and provided with a moxa stick 21100 Moxibustion Patient Information Form Home Treatment (1)

Pneumothorax: Information for acupuncturists and patients and commonly asked questions

Information on and  how to avoid and protect against pneumothorax in acupuncture

Our condolences

The British Acupuncture Council is extremely saddened to hear about the passing of Her Majesty the Queen, the longest-reigning monarch this country has known. Serving her country through war, peace, […]

Mandatory Declaration
New route to certification in the US

If you want to work as an acupuncturist in the United States, we are delighted to announce that we have negotiated a new streamlined process for eligibility for National Certification […]

What is a pneumothorax?

A pneumothorax (noo-moe-THOR-aks) is a collapsed lung. A pneumothorax occurs when air leaks into the space between your lung and chest wall. This air pushes on the outside of your […]