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 ...

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 ...

ATLANTA — Researchers at Emory University are using the same technology to find and diagnose disease in the living and discover the secrets of the dead. Using computer tomography scans of 10 Egyptian ...

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 ...

The late pope's remains will be on display for three days in Saint Peter's Basilica - Copyright VATICAN MEDIA/AFP Handout The late pope's remains will be on display ...

Austrian scientists have discovered a bizarre and previously unknown embalming method used on a centuries old mummy found in a church crypt, leaving the body in remarkably well preserved condition.

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, ...