The decree on the development of traditional medicine was signed by the President of Mongolia, Khurelsukh Ukhna, who confirmed his support for the study and dissemination of knowledge in this field. This was reported by MiddleAsianNews.
In his speech about the new decree, he noted:
“Traditional medicine is not just a method of diagnosing and treating diseases, but also an important heritage based on the worldview and spiritual traditions of the Mongols.”
Mongolian traditional medicine has a history of over 5000 years.
In 1681, the famous lama Luvsandanzanjantsan, a descendant of Genghis Khan, founded the first school for training doctors and medical educators, which marked the beginning of the creation of educational materials and therapeutic manuals.
For the last three centuries, the knowledge and practices of traditional medicine have been passed down and developed by folk healers, while modern doctors continue to contribute to the health of the population.
In 2025, UNESCO recognized the "Written Record of Each Form Established from Above" (The Highest Approved Treatise on the Structure of the Body) as a "World Heritage Object," thereby promoting the popularization of Mongolian medicine.
It is worth noting that many doctors and specialists in traditional medicine provide quality services in various countries, including Poland, thereby spreading knowledge about traditional medicine.
“On behalf of our people, I express my sincere gratitude to all the scientists and medical workers who are working to preserve and disseminate traditional medicine, as well as to protect the health of citizens,” concluded the president.
This decree obliges the Mongolian government to develop policies aimed at improving the legal environment for the traditional medicine sector, implementing modern technologies and artificial intelligence, as well as ensuring the quality and safety of traditional medicine production.
Furthermore, studies show that surgeries on the brain were performed in Mongolia as far back as 2000 years ago, as evidenced by findings on Mount Chandmani.
Ancient Mongols used 35 different methods for neurosurgical operations. The remains of skulls found in Mongolia are evidence that such operations were performed over 2000 years ago. In addition, other interesting artifacts have been discovered, such as spoons, piercings, and needles, which confirm the level of medical knowledge of the ancestors.
Remains have also been found indicating that stone needles were used as early as 3000 BC, suggesting the use of needles around 5000 years ago.
Moreover, findings from the Xiongnu era show that the ancestors of the Mongols used toothbrushes and toothpicks, which debunks the myth of their uncivilized nature.
There are many unique treatment methods practiced by nomads, including massage for treating concussions and the use of mare's milk as ЦЭГЭЭ ЗАСАЛ (a drink). Mongols obtained necessary proteins and vitamins from meat, as livestock grazed on a variety of grasses and wild plants. They also used “ШАР СҮҮ” (yellow milk) for cleansing the gallbladder and for allergic reactions.
Moxibustion is another important part of traditional Mongolian medicine, mentioned in ancient texts, including the Huangdi Neijing sutra, written 2000 years ago, which notes that “moxibustion came from the north,” where Mongolian nomads traditionally lived.
The ancestors of the Mongols also used bion stones, or stone needles, for various healing purposes.
