Aug 10, 2018 | Blog, Stem Cell News
Doctors at Trinity Clinic Fukuoka, Japan have been given approval to offer a private treatment for Alzheimer’s disease using cutting-edge stem cell therapy. After 13 years of development by Dr Jeong Chan Ra and his team, the treatment could offer a potential cure for...
Aug 2, 2018 | Blog, Uses for Cord Blood, Uses for Cord Tissue
Choosing between public and private cord blood banking can be a daunting decision, especially considering that cord blood collection is a once in a lifetime opportunity only possible at birth. A lot of factors will affect your choice – from the costs to the...
Jul 27, 2018 | News, Uses for Cord Tissue
The University of Warmia and Mazury, Poland have announced a trial into the use of cord tissue for treating amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a debilitating and life-shortening form of motor neurone disease. Currently, ALS is untreatable and the majority of...
Jul 25, 2018 | Blog, Pregnancy Advice
The article was updated and reviewed by Angie Willis, Specialist Midwife. There’s a lot to do as your due date draws near – from preparing the house to stocking up on baby supplies, it’s a challenge to get everything finished in time. Hopefully, this maternity...
Jul 11, 2018 | Blog, Stem Cell News
Researchers have found that a drug designed to release stem cells into the bloodstream may actually treat some forms of lung injury. The drug, called Plerixafor, is used around the world to fight some types of cancer but a new study suggests it may also protect...