Many people have heard of stem cells and they know that the research and use of the cells is quite controversial, most do not know the history of stem cell research and why it has become such a hot button … Continue reading
]]>How Is a Stem Cell Transplant Done?
A stem cell transplant is the process whereby specific cells which are found in the bone marrow are taken out, filtered and then given back either to the same person or another person receiving donated bone marrow. A stem cell … Continue reading
]]>Stem cells are a controversial subject and when most people hear the term they think of life threatening diseases such as diabetes, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis and the like. While these are issues that are closely linked to stem cells, … Continue reading
]]>Stem Cell Face Lift:The New Cosmetic Surgery Option
Everyone likes to look their best and as we age we are often surprised that we don’t recognize our own reflection in the mirror. The skin is not as tight as it once was and smile lines and wrinkles seem … Continue reading
]]>The Different Types of Stem Cells
Most people hear the term “stem cell” and they think of controversy. This is because there is a lot of debate of whether certain types of stem cells should be used a curative approach to many life altering diseases or … Continue reading
]]>Stem Cell Treatments for Cancer
There are so many types of cancer in existence that one article cannot possibly cover the potential stem cell treatments available for all of them. Brain tumors for example are usually fast growing, which does not give much time for … Continue reading
]]>Stem Cell Treatment for Heart Disease
Approximately 6 million Americans suffer from heart disease which frequently leads to heart failure. Heart disease is a condition where the heart cannot pump enough blood into the body. When the heart cannot pump blood properly it can damage all … Continue reading
]]>Stem Cell Treatment for Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple Sclerosis [MS] is caused when the hyperactive immune cells target and attack the myelin sheath of a person’s nerves. The myelin sheath acts as an insulator for neurons which allows them to “talk to” each other by transmitting electrical … Continue reading
]]>Stem Cell Treatments for Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson’s disease is a well recognized name for a disease that millions are suffering from, including some well known people such as actor Michael J. Fox. Many people have heard of the disease and may know of a friend or … Continue reading
]]>Stem Cell Treatments for Diabetes
Diabetes is an oft used term that is not understood by a vast majority of the population. Diabetes is a term that refers to a small group of diseases that results from insulin not being produced by the pancreas or … Continue reading
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