Henrietta Lacks Ethics
Think of your favorite book. Now, tell us about it - specifically, give us the 2 minute "movie trailer" - the gist of the story.
Next, consider the book's argument. What is (are) the key takeaway(s)? What broader message is the author trying to convey? Was the argument overt or implied? Explain and Discuss. :)
The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks written by Rebecca Skloot. I was required to read this book for one of my classes. I was not able to put the book down. It discusses the unethical behavior and cultural differences in the 1950s. This woman succumbs racism, inequality, injustice and suffering. Henrietta Lacks suffered it all and even after her death her immortal cells (Hela cells) were used to cure other diseases unknown to her family.
Henrietta Lacks an Afro-American diagnosed with Epidermoid Carcinoma of the Cervix. During this time, Black people could receive medical attention at John Hopkins Hospital in NY. However, due to segregation, they received poor treatment, harmful experimental drugs, violation of patient’s autonomy, and maleficence services. The doctors at John Hopkins felt treating Henrietta with radium (known to kill cancer and mutated, …show more content…
She heard about Hela cells in her biology class and was intrigued to learn more about the donor of the cells—Henrietta Lacks. In doing so, she won the hearts of her readers, exposed the unethical behavior part of the physicians at John Hopkins Hospital, the scientists, researchers, investors and pharmaceutical. Henrietta was a hero, her cells saved millions of lives throughout the years. Unfortunately, her surviving family never received compensation. The family was ridden with their own illness, and unable to afford health insurance and lived in poverty. Rebecca tried to reveal the untold stories and help the surviving members, however all attempts for restitution
Next, consider the book's argument. What is (are) the key takeaway(s)? What broader message is the author trying to convey? Was the argument overt or implied? Explain and Discuss. :)
The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks written by Rebecca Skloot. I was required to read this book for one of my classes. I was not able to put the book down. It discusses the unethical behavior and cultural differences in the 1950s. This woman succumbs racism, inequality, injustice and suffering. Henrietta Lacks suffered it all and even after her death her immortal cells (Hela cells) were used to cure other diseases unknown to her family.
Henrietta Lacks an Afro-American diagnosed with Epidermoid Carcinoma of the Cervix. During this time, Black people could receive medical attention at John Hopkins Hospital in NY. However, due to segregation, they received poor treatment, harmful experimental drugs, violation of patient’s autonomy, and maleficence services. The doctors at John Hopkins felt treating Henrietta with radium (known to kill cancer and mutated, …show more content…
She heard about Hela cells in her biology class and was intrigued to learn more about the donor of the cells—Henrietta Lacks. In doing so, she won the hearts of her readers, exposed the unethical behavior part of the physicians at John Hopkins Hospital, the scientists, researchers, investors and pharmaceutical. Henrietta was a hero, her cells saved millions of lives throughout the years. Unfortunately, her surviving family never received compensation. The family was ridden with their own illness, and unable to afford health insurance and lived in poverty. Rebecca tried to reveal the untold stories and help the surviving members, however all attempts for restitution