Stem Cell Therapy.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/science/1...ore-sight.html This should bring hope to thousands of people.

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Hmmm - some controversy because it's derived from human embryo's left over from IVF treatment.
I don't know what to think - It does give hope.

And yet.....

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I think it looks wonderful Alan I just hope it doesn't prove too expensive to become available to those who need it.

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It is amazing, so much good treatment will come from it .......

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I love to hear of breakthroughs like this in medicine, terrific news and hope for those who can't see, but like Meg says, I hope it's not just for those who can afford it.

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Just heard this - a paralysed man, can now walk thanks to stem cell surgery.
Cells taken from the nose - implanted into his back and regrowth taking place - just wonderful
There is a programme about this on BBC 1 tonight at 10.35

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Thanks for that information Patsy. That's got to be worth watching.

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But will it be available on the NHS, or will it only be for private patients?

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Just saw on the news, more trials to be done, so nothing conclusive till 3 to 5 years ... Each spinal injury being of a different nature - I'm sure the progress will be good though - the future looks good for stem cell techniques
I guess - way down the line, it will be available to all, it will be a cheaper option in the long run ......

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Mixed feelings-I have been places and done things that haunt me even today-a Home Office Licence allowing me to experiment on animals.

90% of animal experiments are cruel and a waste of time-but that 10% brings hope to so many