From Herbal Remedies to Digital Art

This chapter delves into the surge of alternative medicines during the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on the financial success of companies like Lianhua Qingwen and Beijing Tongrentang. It contrasts the growing popularity of traditional remedies amid rising medicine costs with the challenges faced by conventional pharmaceutical firms. Additionally, the chapter celebrates the cultural impact of Mario Paint, highlighting its role in fostering creativity and its lasting influence on digital art and gaming.