'Man-Langzhong'is a description for the general impression people have for traditional Chinese medicine.Chinese medicine does in fact emphasize the maintenance of one's health,and promotes taking precautions in order to prevent sickness.But through observations found in Shanghanlun's philosophies,taking into consideration the linguistic views and the world views of the East and the West,we have discovered that this general concept people have for Chinese medicine is inaccurate.This essay raised the notion that'Chinese medicine practices its philosophies and medical procedures based on emergency support and preventative medical science'.