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Embalming is one of the most common options for temporarily preserving bodies after death – but what exactly does it entail? Most people don’t like to think about what happens to people’s bodies after ...
Before the Civil War, embalming was performed mainly to preserve the body for the purpose of medical studies. There were no specific guidelines for the embalmer. Embalming was performed by those with ...
President Abraham Lincoln died on April 15th, 1865, mere hours after John Wilkes Booth inflicted the mortal gunshot wound, but his body had to survive a 19-day train ride across the country before ...
WARSAW – Plasdopake is produced in Whitchurch, Hampshire, a small town 90 kilometers west of London. Plasdopake is a chemical solution that contains 18% formaldehyde. It is perfect for embalming the ...
The body of Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez will rest in a glass case on public display. Forever. At least, so said his deputy, Nicolas Maduro. While the idea may seem alien to some, Chavez will be ...
Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Most people don't like to think about what happens to people's bodies after they die. Victoria Bilstein is an exception. "I've ...