The use of acupuncture and moxibustion to increase white blood cell (WBC) production in cancer patients undergoing chemo and radiotherapy has been used for quite some time in China. It seems that the Americans may soon be on board as well. A recent pilot study conducted here in the states looked at WBC levels in women using chemo for gynaecological malignancies. Their findings show a significant increase in the average WBC count of woman who received acupuncture 2-3 times a week using known acupuncture protocols as opposed to those woman who received acupuncture at sham points, http://www.highbeam.com/doc/1G1-217771396.html. Beyond its usefulness in protecting WBCs, acupuncture is also helpful in reducing other symptoms associated with chemotherapy and cancer such as: pain, hot flashes, night sweats, tidal fevers, fatigue, nausea, and lack of appetite. Please feel free to contact our offices for further details on how acupuncture may help you in your fight against cancer.