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Some fiction writers may jump to tell you that body snatching is so “five decades ago,” with the current popularity of full-body donations to science. But, grave-robbers still exist, mainly to supply bodies and body parts to the medical field. The 2008 arrest of medical supplies boss Michael Mastromarino offers solid evidence that grave robbers still exist.

Filed under: Cemeteries, Death & Dying on February 19th, 2009 | 1 Comment »

If you’ve ever watched CSI (Crime Scene Investigation) on television or if you’ve heard rumors about body farms and – yes – body snatching, then it’s time to set records straight. Donating a body to science isn’t as morbid or as mysterious as it sounds. If your religious beliefs allow you to think about this possibility for this after-life option, here are some tips on how and why body donations make sense:

Filed under: Alternatives, Funeral Arrangements on November 19th, 2008 | 4 Comments »