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Cord Blood https://cord-blood.org.uk/ and Stem Cell Banking Tue, 14 May 2024 10:04:15 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Exploring the Safety of Ending Medication After Cord Blood Transplants https://cord-blood.org.uk/exploring-the-safety-of-ending-medication-after-cord-blood-transplants/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=exploring-the-safety-of-ending-medication-after-cord-blood-transplants Tue, 14 May 2024 10:04:15 +0000 https://cord-blood.org.uk/?p=910 Cord blood transplantation (CBT) is a groundbreaking therapy for adults with severe blood disorders that are resistant to other treatments. This procedure involves the transfusion of stem cells from umbilical cord blood to help regenerate the patient’s blood and immune system. It’s particularly valuable when a matched donor is hard to find, offering a ray […]

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]]> How Your Weight Before and During Pregnancy Affects Your Baby’s Health https://cord-blood.org.uk/how-your-weight-before-and-during-pregnancy-affects-your-babys-health/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-your-weight-before-and-during-pregnancy-affects-your-babys-health Tue, 07 May 2024 10:34:52 +0000 https://cord-blood.org.uk/?p=908 When you’re pregnant or planning to get pregnant, your health is crucial—not just for your own well-being but also for your baby’s future health. Recent research highlights a significant connection between a mother’s weight before and during pregnancy and the metabolic health of her baby. This can influence the baby’s risk of obesity and other […]

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]]> Understanding Umbilical Cord Blood Culture in Preterm Infants https://cord-blood.org.uk/understanding-umbilical-cord-blood-culture-in-preterm-infants/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=understanding-umbilical-cord-blood-culture-in-preterm-infants Tue, 16 Apr 2024 14:00:31 +0000 https://cord-blood.org.uk/?p=905 The early days of a newborn’s life are crucial, especially for preterm infants who face a higher risk of developing infections due to their underdeveloped immune systems. Among these threats, early onset sepsis (EOS) stands out as a particularly serious condition that can rapidly become life-threatening. Traditionally, detecting EOS requires direct blood samples from the […]

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]]> Revolutionary Stroke Recovery – How Umbilical Cord Blood is Changing the Game https://cord-blood.org.uk/revolutionary-stroke-recovery-how-umbilical-cord-blood-is-changing-the-game/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=revolutionary-stroke-recovery-how-umbilical-cord-blood-is-changing-the-game Mon, 25 Mar 2024 11:23:33 +0000 https://cord-blood.org.uk/?p=903 A new approach has emerged for the treatment of cerebrovascular disorders such as stroke. This innovative method involves the use of umbilical cord blood (UCB), a source rich in regenerative cells, which has shown promising results in repairing brain damage caused by strokes. Why Umbilical Cord Blood? Umbilical cord blood is not just any blood. […]

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]]> The Hidden Potential of Umbilical Cord Blood in Regenerative Medicine https://cord-blood.org.uk/the-hidden-potential-of-umbilical-cord-blood-in-regenerative-medicine/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-hidden-potential-of-umbilical-cord-blood-in-regenerative-medicine Fri, 15 Mar 2024 10:31:01 +0000 https://cord-blood.org.uk/?p=901 Researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery involving the stem cells found in umbilical cord blood—a resource that might have been underestimated until now. Umbilical cord blood is rich with life-giving stem cells known as hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs), the heroes behind bone marrow transplants. These transplants are life-savers for patients with malfunctioning bone marrow, as […]

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]]> Life-Saving Cells – The Booming Business of Cord Blood & Tissue Banking https://cord-blood.org.uk/life-saving-cells-the-booming-business-of-cord-blood-tissue-banking/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=life-saving-cells-the-booming-business-of-cord-blood-tissue-banking Wed, 13 Mar 2024 12:01:02 +0000 https://cord-blood.org.uk/?p=899 The world has witnessed an incredible evolution in healthcare thanks to cord blood and tissue banking. This industry, which kick-started in the 1990s, has grown into a global powerhouse, controlling the fate of potentially life-saving treatments for countless diseases. The journey began in October 1988 with a groundbreaking procedure using cord blood-derived stem cells. Fast […]

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]]> Leukemia Treatment – The Power of Enhanced NK Cells https://cord-blood.org.uk/leukemia-treatment-the-power-of-enhanced-nk-cells/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=leukemia-treatment-the-power-of-enhanced-nk-cells Fri, 01 Mar 2024 11:30:03 +0000 https://cord-blood.org.uk/?p=895 In the ongoing battle against leukemia, a type of cancer that’s notoriously tricky to treat, scientists have been tirelessly searching for better ways to outsmart the disease. Their latest strategy? Supercharging a particular group of immune cells known as natural killer (NK) cells to make them more potent against cancer cells. The Basics Leukemia, specifically […]

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]]> Umbilical Cord Blood Offering Hope for Children with Rare Diseases https://cord-blood.org.uk/umbilical-cord-blood-offering-hope-for-children-with-rare-diseases/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=umbilical-cord-blood-offering-hope-for-children-with-rare-diseases Tue, 27 Feb 2024 11:13:06 +0000 https://cord-blood.org.uk/?p=893 For years, bone marrow transplants have been a cornerstone in treating severe immunodeficiencies and other critical conditions in children. The process involves replacing a patient’s malfunctioning marrow with healthy marrow from a donor. However, Caridad Martinez, during her fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Children’s Hospital, encountered a significant hurdle: finding a matching […]

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]]> Exploring Advanced Treatments for Myelofibrosis https://cord-blood.org.uk/exploring-advanced-treatments-for-myelofibrosis/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=exploring-advanced-treatments-for-myelofibrosis Wed, 21 Feb 2024 11:25:50 +0000 https://cord-blood.org.uk/?p=891 Myelofibrosis (MF) is a rare and serious bone marrow disorder that disrupts the body’s normal production of blood cells. It can lead to severe symptoms, including fatigue, pain, and an enlarged spleen. For those living with this condition, finding effective treatment options is crucial. Among the available treatments, allogeneic hematopoietic cell transplantation (HCT) stands out […]

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]]> Blood Cancer – A New, Safer Treatment Emerges https://cord-blood.org.uk/blood-cancer-a-new-safer-treatment-emerges/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=blood-cancer-a-new-safer-treatment-emerges Thu, 15 Feb 2024 11:16:16 +0000 https://cord-blood.org.uk/?p=888 A new development has emerged, offering new hope to those battling certain blood cancers. Researchers have unveiled a novel therapy, using cord blood-derived engineered natural killer (NK) cells, that seems to not only be effective but also safer than existing treatments. Understanding the Basics: What Are CD19+ B-Cell Malignancies? Before we dive into the specifics […]

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