Can coronavirus pass from mum to baby in the womb?
The outbreak of a new coronavirus, COVID-19, has prompted many expectant parents to wonder whether it can pass from mother to child during pregnancy. Until recently, limited information was available regarding the effects of COVID-19 on pregnant women and their...
Exploring Stem Cells’ Potential in Treating COVID-19 Patients
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has declared Coronavirus (aka COVID-19) a “public health emergency of international concern”. With the number of cases continuing to increase and no vaccine or specific antiviral treatment currently available, finding a safe and...
Cord Blood Banking Infographic: 5 things you need to know
We have put together this cord blood banking infographic to help you make an informed decision about cord blood banking – including everything you need to know from what stem cells are to how they can be used. Simply download the image below to find out more....
Summer 2019: An Update On Stem Cell Uses
In the past year, potential stem cell uses have rapidly increased and the number of stem cell clinical trials has grown from 6,500 to 7,255. Just in the first half of 2019, there have been impressive developments in regenerative medicine – including a one-year-old boy...
A Cure for HIV? New Cord Blood Cancer Trial Announced
Cord blood stem cells could cure blood cancer and HIV at the same time, thanks to a new clinical trial run by the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Centre in Seattle, Washington. Scientists at ‘Hutch’ announced their newest project last week, which will see 10...
