Why are Henrietta's cells still alive after her passing 70 years ago?
All about the World's FIRST Line of Immortal Human Cells, Exciting update on the world's first ever recorded IUBT procedure, and The 9 Levels of Ureteric Dissection.
Hi Doc!
Quick question: Have you ever yearned for immortality?
Many of us have pondered the concept of immortality, often inspired by childhood imaginings or blockbuster superhero films. However, the idea of immortality takes on a unique twist in the realm of medicine, and Henrietta Lacks unknowingly played a pivotal role in creating the World's FIRST Line of Immortal Human Cells.
What followed was inevitable.
In 1951, Henrietta Lacks was diagnosed with cervical cancer, and without her knowledge or consent, a sample of her cancer cells was taken during a biopsy at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. These cells, known as HeLa cells, were the first human cells to be successfully grown in culture and replicated indefinitely.
HeLa cells became invaluable in scientific research, leading to numerous medical breakthroughs, including the development of the polio vaccine, advancements in cancer research, and contributions to understanding cell biology.
While the scientific community benefited immensely from HeLa cells, Henrietta Lacks and her family were largely unaware of her significant contribution to medical science. For decades, her story remained hidden, and her family did not receive any compensation or recognition.
In recent years, the story of Henrietta Lacks has gained more attention, leading to a greater understanding of the ethical issues surrounding medical consent, patient rights, and the need for informed consent in medical research. It has also sparked discussions about the importance of recognizing and respecting the contributions of marginalized communities to medical progress.
This story serves as a poignant reminder of the complex and often overlooked history of women in healthcare and the need for ethical and equitable practices in medical research and treatment. Henrietta Lacks' legacy continues to influence discussions and policies in women's healthcare and medicine to this day.
“I don’t want to be immortal if it mean living forever, cause then everybody else just die and get old in front of you...But maybe I’ll come back as some HeLa cells like my mother, that way we can do good together out there in the world.”
- Rebecca Skloot, Author of ‘The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks
Exciting Update: Breakthrough IUBT Procedure at Mayflower Records Second Successful Blood Transfusion, Showcasing Remarkable Progress!
The remarkable journey of the pioneering Intrauterine Blood Transfusion (IUBT) procedure continues as the developing fetus reaches the stage where it can undergo a conventional blood transfusion. Dr. Mayank Chowdhury, the visionary behind this groundbreaking technique, has achieved yet another milestone with a successful second transfusion.
Such extraordinary success has earned him a well-deserved invitation to an international conference, The 9th Asia Pacific Conference on Fetal Therapy (APCFT), where he will share his revolutionary approach with the global medical community.
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