by Insception Lifebank | Blog, Stem cell blog, Stem Cell Research, Transplant Stories
Johann Castillo spent many years too weak to enjoy the pleasures of life. He had no energy to play with his two young children or even walk up stairs. That all changed when Castillo received a bone marrow stem cell transplant last year. 12 months later, Castillo has...
by Insception Lifebank | Blog, Cord Blood, Transplant Stories
Johnathan He, a brave six-year old from Milton Keynes in England, will meet a number of celebrities at the 2013 WellChild Awards. The young boy was selected from a pool of hundreds of young children as the Inspirational Child of the Year. Johnathan will receive his...
by Insception Lifebank | Blog, Science & Research, Transplant Stories
One of the most common uses for cord blood stem cells is aiding in the treatment of various forms of leukaemia. We know that a cord blood transplant is an essential part of the process, but what actually happens when a transplant takes place? The main purpose for a...
by Insception Lifebank | Blog, Transplant Stories
Today, an increasing number of mass media outlets are exploring the benefits of cord blood banking. Through outlets like television shows and magazine articles, parents can discover the live-saving potential that cord blood carries. In a recent article on...