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Prohibit the displaying of human remains...

Prohibit the displaying of human remains...

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Started by Anonymous 20 years, 11 months ago
\"Prohibit the display of human remains without appropriate written authorization from the deceased or the deceased\'s next of kin.\" When I read the \"Bodies of art

Updates

February 7, 2007

I am currently drafting formal correspondence to the ethics committee to address the policies governing these exhibits. This documentation will establish a clear record of our requirements for informed consent regarding human remains.

February 7, 2007

The current momentum confirms that this policy shift is a priority for the public. I am finalizing the formal request for a meeting with the museum board to discuss these authorization standards.

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Jason Carter
20 years ago Featured

Completely agree. Needs to be consent involved always. Period.

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Mike Gibson
20 years ago Featured

DISGUSTING. Have some respect for the dead. Would you want your grandma sitting in a glass box for strangers to gawk at?

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Sarah Kim
20 years ago Featured

it is just plain gross. people deserve to rest in peace not be put on display like some kind of carnival attraction. hope this gets passed soon.