Natalie brought up a great point that one of the major topics of ethics and medicine today is stem cell research. She explains that the ethical question of stem cell research is that the cells could be seen as a human being because they are most likely taken from embryonic cells. Certain groups see this type of research as "murder". I think Natalie did a great job explaining both sides of the ethical argument.
From the website that Natalie used for learning more about the pros and cons concerning the morality issues of stem cell research I found some really interesting information. The information is from the International Society for Stem Cell Research. It says how stem cell research, in their opinion, is ethical because it is trying to relieve human suffering. The main opponents to this statement is catholic church groups which say that the use of embryonic cells is considered murder.
Considering my opinion I also agree with Natalie. I agree that there is so much potential benefits for this kind of research. I think that it is the only way we can advance in the medical world right now. I also agree that there are so many more benefits than negative outcomes to this type of research. Hopefully although there is a lot of controversy people will realize that one day we could have a cure for cancer. If one isn't able to research there is not even a chance of finding a cure.
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