Cord Blood Banking Myth: Only Families with a History of Cancer Should Bank
There are many myths about cord blood banking. Here we will focus on the myth that only families with a 
history of cancer should consider banking their baby’s cord blood and cord tissue. This myth is deceptive and dangerous. The uses of cord blood stem cells have extended far beyond treatments for cancer. Researchers have invigorated the field of regenerative medicine through innovative uses of stem cells.
Stem cells are on the leading research frontier for people with aliments that include Autism, Alzheimer’s Disease, eczema, nerve damage or injuries and countless other applications.
To say that someone doesn’t need to store cord blood because there isn’t a family history of cancer completely discredits the expansive work being done to identify treatments for all these other conditions.
It’s true that cord blood research started with a foundation in blood borne diseases such as leukemia. Many people don’t realize that stem cells now play a part in the treatment of over 80 various diseases and conditions. Further, there are countless clinical trials taking place that are seeking to push the boundaries of regenerative medicine.
