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...
Feb 14, 2018 | Blog, Case Studies, Uses for Cord Blood, Uses for Cord Tissue
Duke University in North Carolina has been at the centre of some of the most exciting trials relating to the treatment of neurological conditions. Such has been the success of their safety and efficacy clinical trials, they are now able to offer cord blood therapy to...
Jun 23, 2017 | Blog, Uses for Cord Tissue
There are many forms of macular disease affecting eyesight, the most common of which is age-related macular degeneration (AMD). In fact, AMD is the leading cause of sight loss in the developed world. And, it is not just the old who are affected, juvenile macular...
Apr 27, 2017 | Blog, News, Uses for Cord Tissue
This month saw publication of the results of a groundbreaking new trial into umbilical cord blood as a treatment for autism. The study showed enormous promise, with 75% of children showing an improvement in their condition. The medical centre responsible; Duke...