Are Stem Cell Transplants Painful?
Are you facing a stem cell transplant and worried about how much it will hurt? Do you wonder if the pain will be manageable during recovery? Are you concerned about what to expect during the actual procedure? These fears are completely normal. Many patients approaching stem cell transplantation worry about pain levels and what their […]
How a Stem Cell Transplant Saved Will’s Life After a VEXAS Syndrome Diagnosis
Will, a seasoned professional in the film and television industry, found his life turned upside down in 2023—not by the industry-wide strikes, but by a mysterious and life-threatening illness. That illness was VEXAS syndrome, a rare and recently discovered autoinflammatory condition that nearly claimed his life. Initially plagued by unexplained symptoms such as severe fatigue, […]
Leukemia Patient’s Urgent Search for a Stem Cell Match: How You Can Help Save a Life
Eddie Kaufman, a college sophomore from Roanoke University and native of Lackawanna County, is currently facing one of the biggest battles of his life—leukemia. Diagnosed last summer, Eddie’s condition requires a life-saving stem cell transplant, and his family is now calling on the community to step up and potentially save his life. Understanding Leukemia and […]
The Future of Stem Cell Transplantation: Insights from Dr. Kevin McNerney
In an era where medical science is rapidly transforming lives, stem cell transplantation stands at the forefront of innovative treatment. At the Bone Marrow Transplant and Gene Therapy Congress in Abu Dhabi, Dr. Kevin McNerney from the Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital in Chicago shares groundbreaking updates and real-world insights into this life-saving […]
HIV Cure Count Climbs: Two More Cases Offer Hope Through Stem Cell Transplants
Aidsmap reports on promising developments in HIV cure research, specifically highlighting two new cases where individuals with HIV achieved sustained remission after receiving stem cell transplants for cancer. These cases, known as the ‘Chicago patient’ and the ‘Oslo patient’, bring the total number of potential functional cures to nine. The article details the circumstances of […]
Newton Rallies to Save Teen with Leukemia: Join the Stem Cell Donor Drive
In the small town of Newton, Kansas, the community is rallying together for a noble cause—a stem cell donor drive to help save the life of Jonah Huet, a 15-year-old high school student recently diagnosed with leukemia. Jonah, an avid volleyball player and passionate marching band member, urgently needs a stem cell transplant, but no […]
Stem Cell Therapy vs Stem Cell Transplant What’s The Difference
When it comes to regenerative medicine, stem cells are the rock stars. Theyre the bodys raw materials, capable of transforming into different types of cells to repair, replace, or regenerate damaged tissues. But heres where things get a little confusing: stem cell therapy and stem cell transplant are often used interchangeably, even though theyre not the same thing. Think […]
FDA Grants Breakthrough Therapy Designation to Seres’ SER-155
Seres Therapeutics announced that the FDA granted Breakthrough Therapy designation to SER-155, their lead investigational drug, for reducing bloodstream infections in adults undergoing stem cell transplants. This designation is based on positive Phase 1b clinical trial data showing a significant reduction in infections compared to a placebo. A meeting with the FDA to discuss the […]
Unlocking the Future of Stem Cell Transplants: New Advances in Hematopoietic Cell Therapies
In the video below, Dr. Michael Grunwald discusses the transformative potential of hematopoietic cell transplantation, also known as stem cell or bone marrow transplantation, particularly for patients with myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPNs). This advanced treatment, though not necessary for all MPN patients, offers a beacon of hope for a select group, leveraging the body’s immune system […]
Unlocking the Power of Stem Cells – How Stem Cell Transplants Offer a Second Chance at Life
In the fight against blood cancer, when conventional treatments like chemotherapy fall short, a stem cell transplant often becomes the last hope for patients. The short video below dives deep into the vital role of stem cells—your body’s raw material with the unique ability to transform into red blood cells, platelets, and the white blood […]