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# 388 Friday, November 9, 2007 - RIGHT TO RECOVER: Yvonne Perry's Outstanding Book as a Way to reach the Religious Right Did you ever feel a sort of "click" when something just really fits with you, and you realize, yes, this is what I was waiting for? I felt that way when I first saw Barbra Streisand, on a flickering black and white television set, and she opened her mouth and sang one word: "People". Nobody had to draw me a diagram. Nobody had to whisper in my ear, "Superstar". It was just instantly obvious: millions of people felt the same way, and one of the most amazing careers in show business history was launched. I felt something very similar when I first talked to Yvonne Perry, author of RIGHT TO RECOVER. We spoke at length, because she was writing a book. RIGHT TO RECOVER is a book to answer the religious issues of embryonic stem cell research. It is written by a Christian, for Christians. This is a vital book, and I cannot recommend it highly enough. But don't take my word for it, look at the ten reviews-9 gave it 5 stars (highest recommendation) only one gave it 4 stars, and nobody gave it any negative reviews. Also, when a book is reviewed by experts, that is worth noticing. Diane Wyshack recommends it-who is Diane Wyshack? Every day, Diane searches the web and finds anything about stem cells, and sends those news items to people like yourself, people who want to know what is going on, and what to do about it. In other words, she reads at least a little about anything to do with stem cells-if it is about stem cells, she will know about it-and she recommends the book. Look for Rayilyn Brown's review-Ray is Arizona superstar stem cell advocate, outstanding member of the Parkinson's activist community, fine writer, and a personal friend. Ray is always polite, but she will take on anyone who talks trash about stem cells. She is famous for contacting the Religious Right as individuals, and saying, "hi, let's talk!" Ray had the same impression that Diane and I did: this is an important book. And THEN-I got a message from Karen Miner, saying there was this wonderful new book, that I just had to read.. "Confused about the stem cell issue? Adult, embryonic, cord, fetal, cloning. It can seem quite complicated, but in her new book, RIGHT TO RECOVER: Winning the Political and Religious Wars over Stem Cell Research in America, Yvonne Perry has taken all aspects of stem cell research and created a clear, reader-friendly explanation based on the scientific truth, not on political or religious agendas." Yvonne M. Perry is an award-winning author, freelance writer, editor and the owner of Writers in the Sky Creative Writing Services. She has co-written, edited, ghosted or formatted over twenty books for clients. That's in addition to the articles, brochures, media releases, Web text and newsletters she has created! DID YOU KNOW. .that the term "embryonic" stem cell research is a misnomer? The research is not performed on a fish-like embryo; it is conducted outside the body on a cluster of cells known as a blastocyst. .that fertilization and conception are two separate occurrences? Many people believe they are one in the same and think that when an egg is fertilized it is automatically an embryo. With in-vitro assistance as part of the reproductive process, fertilization can occur inside or outside the body. Conception can not. An embryo is the product of conception which can only take place inside the uterus. Conception can be confirmed by testing hCG levels in the mother's blood. .that there is a difference between an embryo and a blastocyst? The term embryo is used to refer to the first two months of development after conception. Conception cannot occur in a laboratory. Only blastocysts, eggs, sperm, zygotes and morulas exist in fertility clinics. .that adult stem cells and those found in cord blood and amniotic fluid do not have the same properties? They can not do the same things. They have distinctively different abilities. .that there is Biblical proof that blastocystic stem cell research is a gift from our Creator? Scriptures show that according to John 1:3, "All things are created by God and without Him nothing has been created that was created." Stem cell technology used to create healing is part of God's perfect plan. We have the privilege to carefully use the knowledge and abilities we are given. .that the Bush Administration's right-wing stance on blastocystic stem cell research is based on a minority opinion that cannot be supported by scientific fact or scripture? Those in opposition have no biological basis for believing that stem cells derived from 3- to 5-day-old fertilized eggs cultivated in a laboratory are human embryos. Purchase the book Right to Recover The topic of stem cell research is making headlines in every country. You may have read articles and heard stories that are not true. Right to Recover will not present fairy tales about how stem cells can miraculously cure any disease and it will not promote fear-based rumors people may have heard from the pulpit on Sunday. This book presents scientific facts and challenges readers to think for themselves rather than accept the opinion of political or religious leaders. www.nightengalepress.com www.amazon.com www.barnesnoble.com This book is available by request in bookstores nationwide. RIGHT TO RECOVER is an Award-Winning Finalist in the Current Events: Political/Social of the National Best Books 2007 Awards. Amazon Best-selling book in biomedical category. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- List Price: $19.95 Price: $13.57 & eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping on orders over $25. Details You Save: $6.38 (32%) Special Offers Available Editorial Reviews "Yvonne Perry's book enrages and inspires: it leaves you with the feeling that something must be done, that it can be done, and that it will be done-because we will do it. This book changes the equation." -Don C. Reed, Roman Reed Spinal Cord Injury Research Act. ". Yvonne Perry. has truly researched the research and spent hundreds of hours to find the facts to share with the readers of RIGHT TO RECOVER. Over the years I have read literally thousands of articles and documents from around the world about this subject and RIGHT TO RECOVER is the most complete work I have ever read. It provides an honest evaluation and asks readers to consider the facts and then form their own opinion instead of listening to people who have never researched the subject.' -Reverend Dan Bloodworth, The Brian Bloodworth Stroke and Head Injury Research Foundation " In a world confused with chaos in regard to Stem cell research. Yvonne Perry has moved beyond the political to the healing in her new book " Right to Recover Winning the Political and Religious Wars over Stem Cell Research in America" This educational book sheds light on the way Americans view embryonic stem cell and provides well-researched facts about all types of stem cell treatments throughout the world. This book will shed light on the future, today. -Dr. Eric S. Kaplan, Author of Dying to be Young, From Botox to Botulism and Lifestyles of the Fit and Famous Finally, the truth about stem cell research. "I search the Internet daily for articles on stem cell research to pass along to other advocates. It's so maddening to constantly read the oppositions blatant lies concerning stem cell research. -Diane Wyshak, stemcellbattles.com Why can't we help the ill?, August 3, 2007 By The RAWSISTAZ Reviewers (RAWSISTAZ.com) "Yvonne Perry's RIGHT TO RECOVER has a wealth of information regarding stem cell research, not only in the United States, but in the world. She covers the reasons given for Bush vetoing the Stem Cell Research Bill, as well as puts down the myths that surround those issues. For instance, in vitro fertilization does not constitute a living human being. A cell and sperm that are united outside a woman's body are blastocyst cells and cannot become a human being until placed in a woman's womb. The placing of the fertilized egg in a woman's womb where it can grow and become a human being is conception. Until that point, the cells are undifferentiated cells that can become any part of the body, which is why it so important to the research. These cells can be used to grow new body organs, such as livers or kidneys. They can also be used to find cures for spinal and brain injuries as well as replacing damaged brain and nerve cells that cause muscular sclerosis and Alzheimer's. If these fertilized eggs are not used for research, they are thrown away which is not very helpful to those who truly need a cure. There has been much talk of adult stem cell research, but the difference is, those cells are already determinate parts of the body and are therefore not universal as the blastocyst cells are. "Ms. Perry lists many diseases that I had no idea could be covered by stem cell research. It is indeed, a real horror for the seriously ill, that this bill was vetoed, when it obviously can do so much good. The RIGHT TO RECOVER also covers the history of this country and how religion has come to play such a large part in the government of today. While the subject is quite technical, she breaks it down so even a lay person can understand the concepts and the reasons for stem cell research. She gives the information and lets you decide. There is also a chapter regarding what each individual can do to help. It is indeed an enlightening book that should be read by everyone in the United States. Reviewed by Alice Holman of The RAWSISTAZ Reviewers RIGHT TO RECOVER AZNPF BOOK CLUB PICK FALL 2007, August 4, 2007 By Rayilyn Lee Brown (Surprise AZ USA) - See all my reviews "RIGHT TO RECOVER is a comprehensive, thoughtful and thought-provoking treatment of the current controversial stem cell wars. The Arizona Chapter of the National Parkinson's Foundation (AZNPF) is pleased to recommend it to people with Parkinson's disease, their families and caregivers, politicians, voters and the general public. It is a must read, must buy when it becomes available October 1, 2007. "Scientific terms are explained in ways the average reader can understand and arguments pro and con for different kinds of stem cell research are carefully explored. The author favors all stem cell research and has taken great pains to insure the accuracy and balance of her reporting. "This educational book sheds light on the way Americans view embryonic stem cell biology by providing well-researched facts about all types of stem cell (bone marrow, amniotic and cord blood) treatments presently being used and their restorative effects. It also covers the research being done with stem cells from in-vitro fertilized eggs on laboratory animals and presents findings to support its curative potential on humans. "The information in this book was derived from extensive research, personal interviews, emails and other correspondence with national and international medical doctors, research scientists, religious leaders and elected officials, as well as stories from patients who hope to improve their lives through stem cell implants and research. Bible references are used to show why a four to five day old mass of human cell is NOT an embryo and how God has given us stem cell technology as a scientific gift for healing. "The topic of stem cell research is making headlines in every country. You may have read articles and heard stories that are not exactly true. This books presents the facts and challenges readers to think for themselves rather then accept the opinions of political or religious leaders. RIGHT TO RECOVER does not present fairy tales about how stem cells can miraculously cure any disease and does not promote fear-based rumors people may have heard from the pulpit on Sunday. Instead, it truthfully delves into the political and religious issues surrounding blastocyst stem cell research. Rayilyn Brown Board Member, AZNPF An eye-opener!!, October 12, 2007 By Reader Views "www.readerviews.com" (Austin, Texas) - See all my reviews Reviewed by Cherie Fisher for Reader Views (4/07) When I started reading "Right to Recover: Winning the Political and Religious Wars over Stem Cell Research in America," I thought that it would be interesting and that as an Executive Director of a healthcare not-for-profit dealing with this issue, I might glean some new knowledge. The book delivered far more than I ever expected. I was completely hooked by it from beginning to end. The author, Yvonne Perry, does an excellent job in defining stem cell research and in making the case for funding of the different types of stem cell research, especially blastocyst (or embryonic) stem cell research. Government funding for stem cell research has been a huge controversy over the past several years, especially during President Bush's administration. The author lists the American Heritage's dictionary definition of embryo as: an organism in its early developmental stage, before it has distinctive form; a rudimentary stage." The blastocyst cells do not even qualify as an embryo because they have never been implanted in a woman's uterus to begin the developmental stage. The cells that are in question to be used for research are the ones that were not used in in-vitro and are being discarded as medical waste. The author makes great points about the use of the blastocysts headed for disposal "No life or death has occurred in the process. The cells scientists want to use for research are the leftover IV-Bs; no one is suggesting that the IVF be used to create blastocysts specifically for use in research. Give them funding to use the ones already headed for the biohazard containers. Let them find a way to help the living, breathing human beings who are suffering." So much fear is surrounding stem cell research and cloning that the amazing potential to prevent and cure diseases, rebuild bodies and so much more gets lost in these heated debates. I learned so much about the current and potential research going on in this country and around the world in this book. Perry does a great job in bringing in Biblical text that could potentially support this research. The only flaw that I found in the book was in expressing her views on the more fundamental religions. I happen to agree to with her views, but I think that adding them limits the numbers of people with more fundamental views that might read the book and learn the truth about this subject. Overall, I found the book to be very well written, eye-opening and informative. It is written in an easy-to-read manner. I highly recommend "Right to Recover" to those who are sitting on the fence with this issue. Don Reed www.stemcellbattles.com Rayilyn Brown Board Member AZNPF Arizona Chapter National Parkinson's Foundation [log in to unmask] ---------------------------------------------------------------------- To sign-off Parkinsn send a message to: mailto:[log in to unmask] In the body of the message put: signoff parkinsn