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this post was submitted on 01 Aug 2023
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She may be one of the most important figures in medical history. I'm happy her family is finally getting compensated for it.
I've never heard of her. Thanks for posting this. Glad her family is getting what is due them!
To be honest, they are not really due any more than Walt Disney benefitting the copyright for infinity after an author's death. But I guess as long as WD keeps getting money, so can they.
I think they are owed something. These cells were taken without her knowledge, consent, or compensation. Even the family was unaware of what happened for a period of time while companies made millions from this.
I actually just learned of her earlier this year. If you want more info then check out these two Youtube vids which goes more into her life and why these cells are so important. They also explain the controversy behind the acquisition and use of these cells. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WU5uCiV0MyQ & https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=22lGbAVWhro