05/20/2026
Thanks to a grant from The AZ Foundation, Drs. Nox Chetcuti & Lisa Hardy were able to co-author an article on health justice. Read the article below.
Arizona Community Foundation of Flagstaff
Thanks to a grant from The AZ Foundation, Drs. Nox Chetcuti & Lisa Hardy co-authored an article on health justice. Read the article below. lding, filling out paperwork, being shuffled from one place to the other, enduring tests without being told what they are, not being listened to, being rushed through appointments, and facing exorbitant bills. In contrast, providers in Mobile AcuDetox practice care. Community acupuncturists ask people receiving treatments questions and observe and listen to body language and communication to guide their practice. They describe the protocol, ask participants if they would like low lights, and let them know it is acceptable for them to fall asleep or cry. They also approach participants gently and ask prior to placing a pin. The protocol is also no-cost, meaning that no participant is required to share why they are there, any medical diagnoses, insurance coverage documentation, or anything at all."
Authors: Lisa J Hardy & Nox Chetcuti In a room at a juvenile detention center an Auricular Acupuncture Technician (AAT) carefully places acupuncture