The importance of genetic counseling From Hot Topics 2013 - David Valle, MD, Professor, Department of Pediatrics, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine - What is the importance of genetic ... By: NICUniversity.org … Continue reading →

Poway, California (PRWEB) January 18, 2014 The leading Regenerative Veterinary Medicine Company, Vet-Stem, Inc., is proud to announce that its regenerative stem cell therapy has been used to treat 10,000 animals in the last 10 years of offering tissue processing services to veterinarians. Vet-Stem was founded in 2002, seeking to discover a successful treatment for horses with potentially fatal injuries to tendons and ligaments. Dr. Robert Harman, CEO and Founder of Vet-Stem has spoken at many human and veterinary conferences sharing the results of real treatments. He has also authored or co-authored numerous peer-reviewed papers on stem cells as well as written book chapters on stem cells. In 2003 Vet-Stem signed a worldwide exclusive license for adipose-derived (fat derived) stem cell technology for veterinary application, and the first horse was treated. Shortly after, the first dogs were treated with Vet-Stem Regenerative Cell Therapy. Vet-Stem started providing stem cell banking to their clients from the beginning so that cells could be stored for future use. By August of 2005 500 horses had been treated. Vet-Stem had effectively introduced a new, natural, injectable treatment to the equine and small animal veterinary industry that could serve as an alternative to euthanasia for some … Continue reading →

Suspended nanochannel resonator (SNR), a high precision instrument, can now measure masses of particles as small as one millionth of a trillionth of a gram, say MIT researchers. Researchers from MIT can now measure masses of particles as small as one millionth of a trillionth of a gram. Subscribe Today to the Monitor Click Here for your FREE 30 DAYS of The Christian Science Monitor Weekly Digital Edition The suspended nanochannel resonator (SNR), a high precision instrument devised by researchers, can determine the mass of particles with a resolution better than an attogram one millionth of a trillionth of a gram, according to a press release by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. With the help of the SNR, researchers can now determine the mass of minuscule-sized viruses, protein aggregates, and other naturally occurring and engineered nanoparticles (a nanometer is one-billionth of a meter), which were earlier difficult to measure due to their small size, according to the findings that were published in a paper for the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. Now we can weigh small viruses, extracellular vesicles, and most of the engineered nanoparticles that are being used for nanomedicine, said Selim Olcum, one of the paper's … Continue reading →

Physicians and researchers have used Hematopoietic Stem Cell Therapgy for more than 50 years to treat many diseases according to the National Institutes of Health. You ask, "What is Hematopoietic Stem Cell? The National Institutes of Health states it is a stem cell that is isolated from the blood or bone marrow and it can renew itself. Cells have long term and short term replicating ability. The classic source of these cells is through bone marrow. I recall a friend of mine dying at a young age, while waiting for a bone marrow transplant. It is sad to hear of those unable to find a donor while they wait for a transplant. Have you ever asked, "Where do you find stem cells?" Well, they can come from several places such as bone marrow, the bloodstream, or the umbilical cord after it has been detached from the baby. Stem cells for transplant can come from your own body or from a donor's body. If they come from your body, they are generally taken and frozen before chemotherapy and radiation. This type of transplant is called autologous transplant. Then after chemotherapy and radiation treatment they are put back in your body to … Continue reading →

Having a child with autism requires taking a proactive approach to learning about the condition and its treatment while working closely with others involved in your child's care. You also need to take care of yourself so that you are able to face the many challenges of having a child with autism. Ask your doctor or contact autism groups to find training about autism and how to manage symptoms. Parent and family education has been shown to reduce family stress and improve a child's functioning.5 Understanding the condition and knowing what to expect is an important part of helping your child develop independence. Become informed about your child's educational rights. Federal laws require services for handicapped children, including those with autism. Also, there may be state and local laws or policies to aid children who have autism. Find out what services are available in your area. Learning about autism will also help prepare you for when your child reaches adulthood. Some adults with autism can live by themselves, work, and be as independent as other people their age. Others need continued support. Close communication with others involved in your child's education and care will help all concerned. The best treatment … Continue reading →

Photo/chris basham Exceptional Family Member Program Family Support Specialist Adreinne Barnett, seated, and Malcolm Grow Medical Clinics and Surgery Center Special Needs Coordinator Nicole Macri work together to help families with children with autism access the support and other services that can benefit their entire family. Autism, a bio-neurological developmental disability that generally appears before age three, impacts brain development in the areas of social interaction, communication skills and cognitive function. Individuals with autism typically have difficulties in verbal and non-verbal communication, social interaction and play. Though there is no cure, research is ongoing and with appropriate support and treatment people with autism can see improvement of their symptoms. A diagnosis of autism is not a one-size-fits-all label. Children and adults with autism can fall anywhere on a spectrum of disorder and function. Whether a child is a recently diagnosed toddler or a teenager dealing with the challenges of learning how to handle coworkers and the dating scene, autism can affect the whole family. Since it was stood up three years ago, the mandatory Exceptional Family Member Program helps service members whose families include individuals with special needs, including autism, access the resources and support available to them both on … Continue reading →