Reflection about The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks
Knowledge changes people’s fate.
I just finished reading The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks. From this book; I learned a lot of knowledge about science and history. For instance, what is the polio vaccine, cloning, gene mapping and the PHV vaccine? What happened to Black people in the 1900s? How has Medicare changed? In addition, I make myself reflect on the past. I need education to make a difference in my life.
Previously, I took the HPV vaccine, but I only know the HPV vaccine can prevent cancer. I went to the hospital just like Henrietta Lacks “entering a foreign country where she did not speak the language” (16). In addition, the doctor required me to sign some consent form. I never read through it first then sign it. I just immigrated here not long ago. English is hard for me, but even when the consent form is written in Chinese, I also did not read through it. Maybe I can say I trust the doctor who would treat me well. Or maybe, I am lazy. As the result of reading the book, I told myself next time I go to the hospital, I should read through the form and ask the doctor question to learn about the detail. I should not just let the doctor tell me what to do then follow it. I have the right to know the details. I also need to learn more knowledge. First, I should improve my English then gain more knowledge. Second, I need to practice and use my knowledge in my life. Do not just learn then forget it. I think Knowledge can change people’s life. The more you know the more you benefit.
Studying is a good investment. I will recommend this book to my brother who loves science and is good at it. He will be the most interested in this book.
Knowledge changes people’s fate.
I just finished reading The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks. From this book; I learned a lot of knowledge about science and history. For instance, what is the polio vaccine, cloning, gene mapping and the PHV vaccine? What happened to Black people in the 1900s? How has Medicare changed? In addition, I make myself reflect on the past. I need education to make a difference in my life.
Previously, I took the HPV vaccine, but I only know the HPV vaccine can prevent cancer. I went to the hospital just like Henrietta Lacks “entering a foreign country where she did not speak the language” (16). In addition, the doctor required me to sign some consent form. I never read through it first then sign it. I just immigrated here not long ago. English is hard for me, but even when the consent form is written in Chinese, I also did not read through it. Maybe I can say I trust the doctor who would treat me well. Or maybe, I am lazy. As the result of reading the book, I told myself next time I go to the hospital, I should read through the form and ask the doctor question to learn about the detail. I should not just let the doctor tell me what to do then follow it. I have the right to know the details. I also need to learn more knowledge. First, I should improve my English then gain more knowledge. Second, I need to practice and use my knowledge in my life. Do not just learn then forget it. I think Knowledge can change people’s life. The more you know the more you benefit.
Studying is a good investment. I will recommend this book to my brother who loves science and is good at it. He will be the most interested in this book.