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Embalmer who’s worked on 10,000 dead bodies gives surprising answer when asked what he wants to happen to him after death

An Embalmer and Postmortem Reconstruction Specialist has opened up about his mindset towards the 'fear of death' and what he wants for his body.
Yahoo

Pope Pius XII's 'Alternative' Embalming Led to a Grotesque Sight — and Smell — for Horrified Mourners in 1958

Following the death of Pope Francis on Monday, April 21, there's been a great deal of interest in popes of the past as members of the Catholic Church prepare for a new leader. Following a series of ...
Nature

Cadaveric Anatomy and Embalming Techniques

The comprehensive study of cadaveric anatomy and embalming techniques underpins critical advancements in medical education, surgical training, forensic investigations and biomechanics research.
Digital Journal

Embalming and make-up: Pope’s body prepared for lying-in-state

The late pope's remains will be on display for three days in Saint Peter's Basilica - Copyright VATICAN MEDIA/AFP Handout The late pope's remains will be on display ...
Gizmodo

Never-Before-Seen Anal Embalming Method Kept This European Mummy Preserved for Nearly 300 Years

Scientists found a mummy's abdomen filled with wood and fabric—but it's how they got in there that's strange. Reading time 2 minutes When you hear the word mummy, chances are you think of ancient ...
The Dispatch / The Rock Island Argus

Burlington funeral home, employee fined in embalming case

BURLINGTON, Iowa (AP) -- A Burlington funeral home and one of its employees have been fined by the state for embalming a body before getting the family's permission.