Episode
The life - and afterlife - of Henrietta Lacks
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- History Dispatches
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- Aug 3, 2026
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- 1259
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Summary
Henrietta Lacks was an ordinary women who lived and ordinary life. However upon her death scientists discovered that she had a real life superpower. Her cells were basically immortal, and their study has forever changed the face of modern medicine, and generated endless controversy. Sources "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot Image: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Henrietta_Lacks_(cropped).jpg Sponsor Go to factormeals.com/dispatchespod50off to get 50 percent off and free daily greens per box. New subscribers only. While supplies last until 09/27/2026. (See website for more details). History Dispatches is part of the Airwave Media Network: www.airwavemedia.com Interested in advertising on History Dispatches? Email us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices