Thursday, January 3, 2008

STEM CELLS


Cord blood stem cell banking is taking root in urban cities of India.
Once considered to be a medical waste, stem cells have now transformed into a medical boon, especially for those who have a family history of diabetes or cardiac disorders. Increasing awareness about the advantages of stem cells - a breakthrough in regenerate medicine has contributed to the rise in number of educated people going for it.
Researchers say more than 75 life threatening disorders can be treated with stem cells from the umbilical cord. This includes cancer, blood disorders, neurological and cardiac diseases.
Researchers say stem cell therapy is a scientific breakthrough and the next 20 years belong to this revolutionary technique.
By investing in life insurance, you get money in return. But in cord blood banking you get life in return.
To encourage the people from middle income groups to invest in the facility, some companies are also offering flexi-plans where one can pay back in installments.

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