Gaming Heals

In the July 2005 National Geographic, the main feature covers stem cell research. (link to online excerpt) On page 4 of the print edition (so you’ll have to go to the library or the doctor) is a poignant photograph of 11-year-old David Dalmat, who is banished to a sterile “bubble” until his bone marrow regrows. In his hands, a Playstation 2 controller.

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  1. jeez. im doing a report on embryonic stem cells and i read his article. my heart hurt so bad for him. imagine being stuck in a bubble for the rest of your life. he was the reason my persuasive stance of this report was going for embryonic stem cell research. hes been an inspiration. thats all i can say

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