This year marks the 50th anniversary of cord blood being identified as a rich source of stem cells.1 It was this pivotal discovery that inspired us to begin our mission of helping families take advantage of the potential benefits of newborn stem cell preservation. In...
Carol Low describes her pregnancy with Dillon as “normal in every way.” Her checkups went as planned, she hit all her milestones, and doctors gave her no indication of any abnormalities with her unborn son. But the moment Dillon was born, Carol and Alex Low knew that...
At Cells for Life we often come across misconceptions surrounding the preservation of newborn stem cells. To offer clarity, let’s dispel some of the most common myths we encounter. Myth #1: Newborn stem cells are only good for a few years.FACT: Based on what is...
In celebration of World Cord Blood Day on November 15th, we are excited to share with you just a few of the fascinating facts about the cord blood samples recently released by the CooperSurgical® laboratory. They are a reminder of the importance of cord blood in...
Diabetes is a global health concern that affects millions of people.1 One of the most serious forms of this disease is type 1 diabetes. In this type of diabetes, the body can’t produce enough insulin, a hormone that controls blood sugar levels. Once diagnosed,...
