Comments by grandmapatti
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Posted on July 15 at 2:19 p.m.
Thank you create for your comments. This is the reason Nicole and I choose to open up and tell our story.
As I watch two parents with terrible illnesses which we do not have a cure for, I worry. As I looked into stem cells and specifically Umbilical Stem Cells, I found hope for my children and others who have or may get incurable illnesses.
Since the article Nicole, myself and other family members have received numerous questions and that is why I asked Gwen to again open the comment section. Although I am not an expert, I will be very open about our experiences in an effort to help you or someone you know.
One of the main questions we have received is concerning cost. I would like to restate something the article touched on but did not go into detail. This is that all of the 3 companies which we checked into offer monthly payment plans. The monthly amount was as low as $44.00, which made this an affordable option for most people. In addition they also offer free services if there is an immediate need and income hinderences.
With Talen we were able to bank over 1 Billion stem cells from his umbilical cord, and just under 1 Billion from his placenta. In information from the LifeBank USA website, the average amount of stem cells used in a transplant is 800-900 Million. So Talen could theoretically save the lives of two family members.
Please if you have questions either post them or email me through Emporia Gazette by clicking on my user name.
Thank you for allowing me to share with you.
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Posted on July 15 at 2:38 p.m.
The comment section which goes with the article "Banking on the Future" has been reopened with some restrictions set by Gwen Larson. Please visit us as we answer questions.
Thank you-
Patti Lipson
On Banking on the future