The state takes measures to strengthen the basic theoretical research of traditional Chinese medicine and the prevention and treatment of common diseases, frequently-occurring diseases, chronic diseases, major difficult diseases and major infectious diseases.

Strengthen the scientific research on the basic theory of traditional Chinese medicine and the methods of syndrome differentiation and treatment.

The theory of traditional Chinese medicine is a medical knowledge system gradually formed and continuously enriched and developed by the Chinese nation in thousands of years of production and life practice and the struggle against diseases. It is the guiding ideology and practical guide of Chinese medicine health care, disease prevention and industrial research and development, and the foundation and core of Chinese medicine.

Strengthening the inheritance and innovation research of TCM theory is of great significance for promoting the practical application of TCM theory, giving full play to the original advantages of TCM, improving China's independent innovation ability in science and technology, ensuring the healthy development of TCM academic and career, accelerating the construction of an innovative country and promoting the construction of a healthy China.