Today we decided we would venture downtown and see the Bodies exhibit. The exhibit features preserved human cadavers though a process called plastination. This is a controversial exhibit because the bodies are processed in China, fluids are extracted and filled with a plastic-like substance that preserve the tissues and organs. The most controversial issue is respect for the human body after death. Some have accused China of taking homeless, prisoners, and mentally ill individuals for this use. We were assured that all the bodies were documented and had been donated. The point of the exhibit is how we can learn to take really good care of our bodies through healthy behaviors. Some of the bodies showed cancerous lungs, breasts, and other organs as well as obesity and fatty deposits. The human body has always fascinated me. I can remember the day Rene took me to see his cadaver his first year in dental school. I found it so interesting how humans could donate their bodies so that others could learn to better treat diseases. Overall, the exhibit was pretty intriguing.
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I just heard this exhibit is in Austin at the UT Longhorn Stadium.
Looking to go see it as well....
Hope you all are doing well
Missed it in Las Vegas in June and saw the Titanic exhibit. Happy b-lated B-Day Renie. Have gotten some good rain the last few weeks but next 7-10 days will be hot and humid. Headed to big Ben this weekend to see Mom & Dad - they should arrive tomorrow - and check the ranch out. Dez also finishing drivers Ed - finally and Alex will start school on the 9th. You all take care
Raymond, Chayo, Dez,& Alex.
I LOVED this exhibit in Manhattan!!! Poor Eric went with two Physical Therapists who took forever going through this exhibit!!!
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