No more fillings – tooth cavities can be repaired by stem cells
In the UK over four fifths of the population have at least one filling. Fillings are required to plug cavities caused by an acidic compound that is released by the bacteria in our mouths. Over time a tooth’s dentine (the bony tissue that makes up the bulk of the white...
French court allows parents to store their baby’s stem cells
In a landmark ruling this week, a French court granted permission for a pregnant couple to store their baby’s stem cells. The parents argued that due to a family history of terminal illness and other serious hereditary diseases, they should be able to keep the stem...
Reversing paralysis through the power of stem cells
Nobody knows what the future holds. Tragically, for 21 year old Kris Boesen it was a serious car accident that left him paralysed from the neck down. Kris and his family were told that his paralysis would be permanent, however they put their faith in a clinical study...
Angina Treated With Stem Cells In Small Study
The angina treatment used a patient’s own stem cells. Scientists say that improvements could be seen just 4 weeks after treatment. What is Angina? Angina is caused by an insufficient supply of oxygen rich blood to the heart. The blood supply is typically restricted by...Quadriplegia: Stem cell research may aid recovery
Quadriplegia: A stem cell therapy has helped aid the recovery process says a quadriplegic man who underwent the experimental stem cell procedure. James Mason began 2013 living an ordinary life, little did he know that it would be a year that would change his life...
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