Category: Clinical update

Results revealed from Duke University’s autism study

Published on: 20th July 2020

Back in 2017, an initial study began to investigate whether infusions of cord blood can improve the symptoms of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in young children. Following Phase I and Phase II trials, the results were revealed in the Journal of Pediatrics in June 2020.

Cord tissue stem cells transform the life of autistic boy

Published on: 6th July 2020

Gage, who was conceived by IVF, was born naturally after a full-term pregnancy. His parents chose to delay cord clamping, while taking the additional precaution of banking his cord blood stem cells after birth. However, at six months old, Gage’s mother, Renee, began to worry about his health after noticing some unusual behaviours. Gage’s crawl was asymmetric, he made repetitive movements, and he did not make eye contact.

Covid-19 clinical trial using umbilical cord stem cells

Published on: 21st May 2020

A new clinical trial has been launched, investigating the potential treatment of Covid-19 symptoms with umbilical cord-derived MSCs (mesenchymal stem cells). The trial, which was given immediate authorization by the FDA, will take place on 24 Covid-19 patients.

Ozzy Osbourne receives experimental stem cell therapy for Parkinson’s

Published on: 30th April 2020

Ozzy Osbourne is reportedly making an “amazing” recovery after receiving stem cell therapy in Panama for Parkinson’s disease. The legendary Black Sabbath front-man was diagnosed with the brain disorder in 2003, and recently delayed his 2020 North American tour so he could go for the experimental new treatment.

Coronavirus, your pregnancy and cord blood banking

Published on: 16th April 2020

While we are all united in the fight against coronavirus (or COVID-19), there are many questions arising from expectant mothers about how the virus could affect pregnancy and cord blood banking. To keep you safe and in-the-know, we have compiled some of the most commonly asked questions and answers on these important topics.

Boy’s own cord blood stem cells help treat autism

Published on: 30th March 2020

When Maxim and his twin sister were born seven years ago in Ukraine, their mother, Olga, had already made the decision to store their cord blood stem cells at birth. While both twins seemed healthy at first, it was only a few months before Maxim started eating and sleeping poorly.

London patient becomes second person to be clear of HIV following stem cell transplant

Published on: 16th March 2020