Since 2002, via the Medical Need Program, Cells for Life has extended financial support to expectant parents with a family member currently suffering from a disease that is treatable using cord blood stem cells. Today, Cells for Life is pleased to announce that the Medical Need Program is being renamed the Angel Canadian Sibling Transplant… Read more »
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Being pregnant is a miracle, truly. For nine months, moms-to-be enjoy the feeling of something beautiful growing inside them. That, and the odd wave of nausea, seriously sensitive bladders, the occasional backache and hormones that have you laughing one minute, and crying the next. One of the hardest things to handle when pregnant (and one… Read more »
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Yes, having kids will cost you money, but choosing to reproduce doesn’t have to break the bank. With 9 months to go, you’ve got plenty of time to make a plan and get your finances in order. To get you on the right track, here are some top tips on what to expect and how… Read more »
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In honour of World Bone Marrow Donor Day on September 17th, we explore the future of stem cell research, and application, in Canada.
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Sleep safe tips for for babies! Ensure your little one is safe, and gets a good night’s rest.
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Summer is without a doubt our favourite season, but the jury is still out on whether it’s the best – or worst time of the year to be pregnant. On the one hand, summer temperatures allow you to enjoy your growing belly without having to worry about fitting into bulky winter jackets or a closet… Read more »
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Stem cells and the potential power to heal! Thanks to scientific breakthroughs, advancements in technology and positive reports patients seeking stem cell treatments now more than ever!
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July is Cord Blood Awareness month! Learn more about how cord blood banking and cord tissue storage can go a long way to safe guarding your baby’s and family’s health.
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Chances are, you’ve never truly experienced cabin fever until you’ve spent a winter indoors with a newborn. But now that fewer layers are in order, it’s easier to get outside on a regular basis. Getting outdoors benefits both babies and moms; fresh air and exercise can do wonders for post-partum mental and physical health, as… Read more »
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Seven boys and two girls have been cured of sickle cell anemia thanks to an improved treatment pioneered by the Alberta Children’s Hospital! Historically, sickle cell anemia has required a high-risk treatment plan leading up to a stem cell transplant. For many patients, the medication used throughout treatment was either unsuccessful or fatal – that… Read more »
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