Novartis Settles Lawsuit with Henrietta Lacks' Family


Author: The Daily News Now! February 28, 2026 Duration: 1:30
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Novartis Settles Lawsuit with Henrietta Lacks' Family

Novartis settles lawsuit with Henrietta Lacks family, marking a significant milestone in medical research ethics. The pharmaceutical giant, known for its groundbreaking work, agreed to terms with the Lacks estate, ending a decades-long dispute over the use of her cells, taken without consent in 1951. The cells, known as HeLa, have been instrumental in numerous medical breakthroughs, including the polio vaccine and COVID vaccines. The settlement follows a previous agreement with Thermo Fisher Scientific, and more lawsuits are expected, highlighting the need for fair compensation and recognition in medical research.

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