New York Post

Oldest known mummification how-to guide reveals gruesome embalming details

An ancient Egyptian papyrus version of “Mummification for Dummies” has been revealed by a Danish Egyptologist as the oldest how-to guide yet found. The detailed instructions on the circa ...
The Straits Times

In Japan, embalming becomes more common as relatives desire final opportunity to see loved ones

Embalming, the process of preserving a dead body, is becoming a more common practice in Japan. The procedure uses a combination of disinfection, preservation and cosmetic restoration, offering ...
Science Daily

First Indication For Embalming In Roman Greece

Researchers have found indications of embalming in Roman Greek times. By means of physico-chemical and histological methods, it was possible to show that various resins, oils and spices were used ...
WMNF

Sustainability in Death

Most of us give some thought to how we want to be cared for at the end of our lives, and how we want our family and loved ones to honor us after we have passed, but the practice of embalming is ...
National Health Executive

Training, Medical Device and Procedure Testing at Dundee Leverages Unique Embalming Method, Advanced Angiography and Imaging Technology

The University of Dundee and NHS Tayside have launched TayMed Connect, a MedTech ecosystem, bringing together a unique cad ...
Gulf News

Embalming and make-up: Pope Francis' body prepared for lying-in-state

The body of the 88-year-old will be on display for three days in Saint Peter's Basilica Chief Rabbi of Rome Riccardo Di Segni as he pay his respect to late Pope Francis in the Chapel of Santa Marta in ...
The Korea Herald

In Japan, embalming becoming more common as relatives desire final opportunity to see loved ones

TOKYO (Japan News/ANN) -- Embalming the deceased is increasingly common in Japan, and experts say far more trained professionals are needed. The procedure uses a combination of disinfection, ...