When you are looking for body donation programs near you in the Fort Lauderdale area, you have a few options. How do you know which one is right for you and will handle your donated body in an ethical manner to advance medical and scientific research? It’s an important decision and requires careful consideration. Here […]
Life expectancy in Florida is rising, now topping 76 years of age. However, nearly 230,000 people die each year in the state. In Broward County, there are nearly 17,000 deaths each year. Heart disease, cancer, and stroke top the list. If you’re starting to think about end of life for you or a loved one, […]
Cremation is significantly more environmentally friendly than a traditional burial. It does not require a casket or use of land for burial. It also skips embalming, which uses chemicals to preserve the body for viewing ceremonies or open caskets. However, cremation services in Phoenix require energy and produce some emissions. The Cremation Association of North […]
Nearly 62% of families now choose cremation for end-of-life arrangements, according to the National Funeral Directors Association, and that number is expected to continue to rise. The trade association projects that cremation rates will increase to more than 82% by 2045. “There’s no doubt that funeral service is evolving at a rapid pace,” said NFDA […]
When you make a whole body donation in Ft. Lauderdale, you are making an important contribution to the advancement of medical science. Donated bodies allow medical students and surgeons to practice their techniques, scientists and researchers to study disease progression and therapies, and more. Past body donations have led to significant breakthroughs in treating heart […]