{"id":27254,"date":"2022-04-07T09:57:28","date_gmt":"2022-04-07T09:57:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cells4life.com\/?p=27254"},"modified":"2022-04-07T09:57:31","modified_gmt":"2022-04-07T09:57:31","slug":"parkinsons-awareness","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cells4life.com\/us\/2022\/04\/parkinsons-awareness\/","title":{"rendered":"Parkinson\u2019s Awareness Month"},"content":{"rendered":"[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”intro” _builder_version=”4.10.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.10.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Intro Text” _builder_version=”4.10.6″ background_enable_color=”off” custom_padding=”0px|10px|5px|10px|false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]\n

Parkinson\u2019s Awareness month is upon us. We\u2019ve put together this blog to explore this condition, and how stem cell banking could be the key that unlocks a more positive future. <\/strong><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text: Para 1″ _builder_version=”4.10.6″ background_enable_color=”off” custom_padding=”0px|10px|5px|10px|false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]\n

Along with the warmer weather and a welcome break at Easter, also comes Parkinson\u2019s Awareness month.<\/p>\n

Some events to raise consciousness are featured as a single day, others \u2013 allocated a specific week. However, given the serious nature of Parkinson\u2019s Disease, here at Cells4Life, we\u2019re pleased that this awareness drive continues throughout the whole of the month \u2013 with a special World Parkinson\u2019s Day on April 11th, raising awareness of surely one of the most distressing degenerative diseases we know of. And, as you may know, there is no known current cure.<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=”Section 1″ _builder_version=”4.10.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.10.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Title: What is Parkinson\u2019s? ” _builder_version=”4.10.6″ background_enable_color=”off” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px|10px|0px|10px|false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]\n

What is Parkinson\u2019s?<\/h3>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text: ” _builder_version=”4.10.6″ background_enable_color=”off” custom_padding=”0px|10px|5px|10px|false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]\n

Parkinson\u2019s Disease is brain disorder. It can lead to shaking, stiffness, problems with walking, balance and coordination. To expand a little, it affects the dopamine-producing neurons in certain parts of the brain, causing the neural systems start to malfunction.<\/p>\n

The symptoms often begin gradually \u2013 you\u2019d hardly notice them, then sadly, they get worse as time goes on. Mental and behavioural changes could be noticed; problems with depression, sleeping and memory, too.<\/p>\n

Tremors are common, and speech becomes difficult. In effect, we could say that someone with Parkinson\u2019s has a brain that\u2019s just letting them down rather badly, and keeps on doing so a little bit more over time.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Parkinson\u2019s affects more men than women (nobody knows why), and although most people develop the disease at about age 60, as many as 10 per cent of sufferers can develop the disease before they\u2019re 50.<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=”Section 1″ _builder_version=”4.10.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.10.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Title: The Causes” _builder_version=”4.10.6″ background_enable_color=”off” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px|10px|0px|10px|false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]\n

The Causes<\/h3>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text: ” _builder_version=”4.10.6″ background_enable_color=”off” custom_padding=”0px|10px|5px|10px|false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]\n

There is as yet no in-depth understanding of why nearly 10 million people worldwide develop the disease. Importantly, although certain medications and treatments may help the patient to manage the disease by treating the symptoms, there\u2019s no way to prevent it, or make it better. Plus, drugs which aim to replace dopamine in the brain can and do have some unpleasant side effects..<\/p>\n

But, there may be some much better news on the horizon.<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.10.6″ _module_preset=”default” column_structure=”3_5,2_5″][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.10.6″ _module_preset=”default” type=”3_5″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Title: Stem Cell Research” _builder_version=”4.10.6″ background_enable_color=”off” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px|10px|0px|10px|false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]\n

Stem Cell Research<\/h3>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text: ” _builder_version=”4.10.6″ background_enable_color=”off” custom_padding=”0px|10px|5px|10px|false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]\n

It\u2019s possible, but by no means certain at this time, that certain gene therapies, including stem cell therapy could start to reverse the damage wreaked by Parkinson\u2019s.<\/p>\n

Exciting stem cell-based treatments are emerging as a promising approach for regenerative treatment, and although progress is still fairly slow, there is, we feel genuine hope that stem cells could be part of the solution.<\/p>\n

Let us explain how.<\/p>\n

Embryonic stem cells have the potential to develop into any kind of cell in the human body. After division, they can become specialised, enabling scientists to treat the fundamental root causes of, in this instance, brain disease.<\/p>\n

Therefore, harvesting, storing and preserving placenta stem cells from an hours-old baby could quite literally give another person an incredible new life. In fact, it could even save their life.<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.10.6″ _module_preset=”default” type=”2_5″][et_pb_image _builder_version=”4.10.6″ _module_preset=”default” alt=”stem cell research parkinsons” title_text=”stem-cell-research-parkinsons” src=”https:\/\/cells4life.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/stem-cell-research-parkinsons.png” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″ border_width_top=”37px” border_color_top=”#FFFFFF” admin_label=”Image: stem cell research”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=”Section 1″ _builder_version=”4.10.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.10.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Title: The Science bit” _builder_version=”4.10.6″ background_enable_color=”off” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px|10px|0px|10px|false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]\n

The Science Bit. Let\u2019s Expand this Point<\/h3>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text: ” _builder_version=”4.10.6″ background_enable_color=”off” custom_padding=”0px|10px|5px|10px|false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]\n

As we mentioned, people with Parkinson\u2019s disease don\u2019t have enough dopamine \u2013 the chemical that enables message to be sent to parts of the brain controlling movement and some forms of thinking.<\/p>\n

So, we need dopamine-producing neurons.<\/p>\n

Neurons transplanted into a patient can survive and work well, repairing and replacing damaged tissue. Thus, stem cells literally become dopamine-producing nerve cells, and the patient can regain much of their former movement and cognitive function.<\/p>\n

It really is like giving someone their life back.<\/p>\n

Currently, researchers can get stem cells from several sources, including embryos, blood cells taken from the umbilical cord at birth, and bone marrow. The elephant in the room should be addressed, of course: currently, rigorous ethical and regulatory frameworks surround all the work being done around this important study.<\/p>\n

Strict legal guidelines govern every aspect. In fact, the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Act 1990 states that only early-stage embryos can be used in research \u2013 no more than 14 days old.<\/p>\n

Trials are ongoing, and of course we\u2019ll report any developments when we know more. We\u2019re pleased to report, however, that Parkinson\u2019s UK fully supports ongoing research (1)<\/sup>.<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=”Section 1″ _builder_version=”4.10.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.10.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Title: Benefits of Cord Blood Banking with Cells4Life” _builder_version=”4.10.6″ background_enable_color=”off” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px|10px|0px|10px|false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]\n

Benefits of Cord Blood Banking with Cells4Life<\/h3>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text: ” _builder_version=”4.10.6″ background_enable_color=”off” custom_padding=”0px|10px|5px|10px|false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]\n

Saving your baby\u2019s cord blood could be one of the most powerful gifts you ever give him or her. A life legacy, in fact.<\/p>\n

Stem-cell rich blood and tissue can be stored at extremely low temperatures for several years \u2013 currently there appears to be no shelf life, or at least none that we know of. Notably, although they can be used solely for the benefit of the individual (that is, your baby), you can also stipulate that others can be helped; primarily your close relatives to your baby.<\/p>\n

What an amazing feeling to know that you, via your offspring, have been instrumental in letting the sunshine in to another person\u2019s life. If ever there was a reason to save your baby\u2019s cord blood, this is it!<\/p>\n

Life-limiting conditions such as Parkinson\u2019s could eventually be eradicated, or at least treated when first diagnosed. Right now, it\u2019s generally considered that Parkinson\u2019s drugs are a sledgehammer to crack a nut; something more direct is needed \u2013 an ideal opportunity for embryonic stem cell technology.<\/p>\n

Placenta blood storage; the 21st century progress we all deserve.<\/p>\n

In the meantime, here\u2019s to Parkinson\u2019s Awareness Month. And maybe some time in the future, there won\u2019t be a need for one.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019d like more information about stem cell banking from Cells4Life, simply complete the request for an information pack below and we will send you all the information you need. We\u2019d be delighted to hear from you.<\/p>\n

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