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Scientist Pushing for Early Use of Stem Cells

Posted by ScuttleMonkey on from the why-turn-away-volunteers dept.

hzs202 writes "BBC News is reporting that Professor Ian Wilmut is pushing for stem cell treatment to be offered to people with terminal illnesses. Professor Wilmut told journalists that the treatment could save lives or at least speed up the pace of research, however it is yet to be fully tested." From the article: "If we wait until things are totally tested and analyzed in animals, it will deny some people treatment"

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  1. Re:And feed them with our babies ... by SengirV · · Score: 4, Funny
    Hell, what do you think happens when a woman has her period? MENSTRUATION IS MURDER!

    An unfertilized egg is lost, as well as the newly formed lining of the awaiting uterus. Do I have to explain the birds and bees to you to help you differentiate between an unfertilized egg and a fertilized one?

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    Prof. Farnsworth - "Oh a lesson in not changing history from Mr I'm-My-Own-Grandpa!"