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Associated Press
a day ago
- Health
- Associated Press
Lydian Announces Non-Invasive Orthopedic Stem Cell Treatments In Guro, Seoul
Lydian Cosmetic Surgery Clinic announces its autologous stem cell treatments in Guro district, offering non-surgical internal medicine therapies for joint pain and other chronic conditions under Dr. Abraham An's supervision at their Ministry-approved Gangnam facility. Seoul, Korea, Republic of, July 13, 2025 -- The Lydian Cosmetic Surgery Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul, has announced its autologous stem cell treatments for orthopedic applications—all supervised by Dr. Abraham An, the clinic's head physician. For more information, visit These treatments address chronic conditions such as joint pain and age-related degeneration of the joints, tendons, ligaments, and other tissues. Lydian has conducted stem cell research since 2005 and holds Ministry of Health and Welfare approval as an advanced regenerative medicine institution. This official recognition places the clinic among select facilities authorized to perform advanced regenerative procedures in South Korea. The clinic's autologous approach uses cells from the patient's own body, reducing rejection possibilities. Lydian extracts stem cells through three methods—from blood, bone marrow, and fat tissues—allowing for personalized treatment protocols based on specific patient requirements. This multi-source extraction capability represents a significant advancement over single-source methods. Safety remains paramount at the facility, which maintains a Class sterile room with 10,000-level cleanliness standards to prevent contamination during cell processing. This controlled environment preserves cell quality before reinjection. The clinic's commitment to sterile processing helps ensure the integrity of the extracted stem cells throughout the treatment process. The non-surgical injection method differs from surgical stem cell treatments that require incisions and carry higher complication risks. Lydian's process involves extracting cells, processing them under controlled conditions, and administering them through targeted injections. This approach typically results in shorter recovery times compared to surgical alternatives, a critical factor for those with limited mobility due to orthopedic problems. The clinic's research background spans nearly two decades, during which they have refined their stem cell extraction and processing techniques. This long-term research focus has enabled the development of specialized protocols for various internal medicine applications, particularly for chronic conditions that may benefit from regenerative approaches. Located at 836 Nonhyeon-ro in Sinsa-dong, Gangnam, the clinic welcomes patients from the Guro district interested in these specialized treatments. To learn more about Lydian Cosmetic Surgery Clinic's orthopedic stem cell treatments, visit Contact Info: Name: Dr. Abraham An Email: Send Email Organization: Lydian Cosmetic Surgery Clinic Address: 836 Nonhyeon-ro, Sinsa-dong, Gangnam, Seoul, Seoul 06025, Korea, Republic of Phone: +82-10-9692-5508 Website: Release ID: 89164570 In the event of detecting errors, concerns, or irregularities in the content shared in this press release that require attention or if there is a need for a press release takedown, we kindly request that you inform us promptly by contacting [email protected] (it is important to note that this email is the authorized channel for such matters, sending multiple emails to multiple addresses does not necessarily help expedite your request). Our dedicated team will promptly address your feedback within 8 hours and take necessary actions to resolve any identified issues diligently or guide you through the removal process. Providing accurate and dependable information is our utmost priority.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Goldberg Reveals Specific Treatment That's Allowing Him To Have One Last Match
Goldberg will enter the squared circle one more time next month to face Gunther at WWE Saturday Night's Main Event. But at 58 years old, how is he pulling this off? WWE Hall of Famer Goldberg was a recent guest on Carcast. When asked about his training regime heading into his final match, Goldberg revealed that this match with Gunther wouldn't be possible without stem cell treatments. Advertisement 'I've worked my ass off since January. Actually, since February. I planned it out, I did the stem cells, I knew I had a number of weeks off. Let's be perfectly honest, if a Bioxcellerator didn't hook me up with the stem cells, I don't think I'd be able to be doing this,' Goldberg admitted. 'That was something that I strategically needed to place at the beginning so I could chill before slowly getting back into training and getting my shoulder back and hopefully getting my knee back and keeping my spine aligned. 'There's a lot that goes into it and I've got to be a human being along the way. I have a life to live and I have a family and I have responsibilities. There's a lot of things you've got to do at one time and again, I don't have anybody helping anymore. I've got my agents, but I don't have assistants and I don't have anybody working under the roof other than myself. It'll be a lull after this match because I won't be wrestling anymore.' [H/T: Fightful] READ MORE: Goldberg: Bully Ray Can Bite Me What do you make of Goldberg's comments? Are you excited to see him step into the ring one last time next month? Let us know your thoughts by sounding off in the comments section below. The post Goldberg Reveals Specific Treatment That's Allowing Him To Have One Last Match appeared first on Wrestlezone.
CNA
4 days ago
- Health
- CNA
Singapore's public cord blood bank faces donor shortage despite rise in awareness
SINGAPORE: When Esmond Cheng was just three months old, he was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder that severely compromised his immune system and left him highly susceptible to infections. While his only chance of survival was a stem cell transplant, no one in his family was a match. A donor in Hong Kong was willing to donate, but it fell through after the infant developed recurrent fevers and infections lasting more than a year. His parents then turned to Singapore's sole public cord blood bank for help on their doctor's advice. Within a month, the boy found a matching unit – thanks to a donor. Today, the 12-year-old is doing well, his father Edmund Cheng told CNA. 'At times, it was very, very sad for us but luckily, he had the persistence to push on which all the other doctors were so amazed (by),' the older man said. 'He's a very strong boy and we're also very glad that cord blood really saved his life.' Since the Singapore Cord Blood Bank (SCBB) – located within the KK Women's and Children's Hospital – was set up two decades ago, it has collected about 75,000 units from donors. But the bank is grappling with a shortage of donors to build a diversified inventory, despite increasing awareness in recent years of the benefits of cord blood. It also comes as the use of cord blood has grown not just in clinical treatments, but also in advanced medical research. Cord blood contains a rich source of blood stem cells that have strong regenerative properties. These stem cells have been proven to be useful in the treatment of many blood disorders and cancers, including severe combined immunodeficiency – the disease that Esmond suffers from. PARENTS MORE ENGAGED SCBB's medical director Aloysius Ho told CNA that parents are now more informed and ask more detailed questions on the conditions of cord blood storage, quality control and contingency measures. The Baby Bonus scheme has made family banking more accessible, providing Singaporean parents with a practical financing option, said Associate Professor Ho. He added that private storage levels with the bank rose by nearly 50 per cent after an incident in 2023 with private player Cordlife, which was found to have mishandled cord blood units. More than 2,000 clients were affected. Donation levels also increased by 14 per cent following the incident, but that has not been enough, noted Assoc Prof Ho. "We, despite having 15,000 units in our inventory, often find ourselves having to actually import cord blood from other global cord blood banks, because we're not able to find a suitable match within SCBB. So, we do need to increase the pool of donors,' he said. 'We know that we have a fairly unique population mix in Singapore, and we would like to try and encourage potential parents, especially from the ethnic minorities, to sign up as public donors because of the unique gene pool in that population.' He explained that people are more likely to find a suitable match within their own ethnic group due to genetic similarities, so a wider donor pool ensures better chances of finding a match for patients of all backgrounds. Assoc Prof Ho pointed out that misconceptions remain about public cord blood banking, such as that it is not always successful. Nevertheless, he acknowledged this is 'probably partially true' as only about 20 to 25 per cent of donated units end up being banked for use for transplants. The remaining units do not meet the standard of quality. But with the donors' consent, they can be used for other purposes like research studies, added Assoc Prof Ho, who is also a senior consultant at the SingHealth Duke-NUS Transplant Centre. NEED GROWING MORE URGENT According to doctors, the need for cord blood is now more urgent than ever. With smaller family sizes and more people starting families later in life, fewer patients can rely on relatives for a close genetic match. Cord blood is also increasingly used in medical research to regenerate cells and even slow down ageing. Cord blood is especially attractive as they mutate less compared to adult blood stem cells, and can help fight leukaemia cells 'quite well' due to their adaptability, said Professor William Hwang, chief executive of the National Cancer Centre Singapore and a senior consultant at Singapore General Hospital's haematology department. 'In the past, we needed to have a fully matched brother or sister or an unrelated donor who is fully matched with the patient in order to do the (cord blood) transplant,' he noted. 'But now, we can do the transplant even though there is only half match with the patient … because technology has developed such that we can do two forms of manipulation of the cells." To encourage more families to donate, SCBB said it is working to raise awareness through outreach and education initiatives. These include engaging mothers in public hospitals, active social media outreach and community events. Esmond's family is also encouraging others to donate cord blood to save lives like his. 'For those newly married or just had a kid, it's good to keep their cord blood. You won't know if you will be needing it or if other people need it. It's good to have that so that it can help other people in another way,' added Mr Cheng.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Odin Stem Cells Becomes First Nationwide In Home Stem Cell Company Infused with Love Through Groundbreaking Partnership with The World's Greatest Experiment
MIAMI, July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a bold move set to redefine the future of wellness, Odin Stem Cells has announced a transformative partnership with The World's Greatest Experiment—a global initiative known for uplifting communities in poverty by teaching them to meditate and send love to people, products, and organizations around the world. With this alliance, Odin becomes the first stem cell company in the world whose treatments and clients receive daily love meditations from a global network of meditators, many of whom are rising out of extreme poverty through their participation. Odin Stem Cells, co-founded by Nico Seedsman, is a leading regenerative teli-health company specializing in cutting-edge stem cell therapies that support healing, recovery, and overall vitality. Known for their science-backed, non-invasive treatments aimed at reducing inflammation, accelerating repair, and improving quality of life, Odin serves clients ranging from athletes and chronic pain sufferers to those seeking anti-aging and cellular rejuvenation solutions. Now, thanks to this partnership, each treatment comes with something no other clinic in the world offers: love. Love as a New Dimension of Healing At the heart of this partnership lies a revolutionary idea: that love is medicine. Every Odin client and treatment now receives daily love meditations from trained meditators in The World's Greatest Experiment. These are not ordinary sessions—they are soulful, focused intentions of well-being, sent by individuals whose lives are being transformed through this very act of giving. 'Science and spirit have long lived in separate worlds, but we believe they belong together,' said Nico Seedsman. 'With The World's Greatest Experiment, we are pioneering a new frontier of wellness where advanced medicine is complemented by love, intention, and global consciousness.' Transforming Lives on Both Ends This collaboration isn't just transforming how healing is delivered—it's changing lives around the world. Participants in The World's Greatest Experiment are individuals who were once trapped in cycles of poverty, now empowered through access to food, education, clean water, and shelter. In return, they meditate daily to send love to Odin clients and the greater collective. 'These are people who once had no hope,' said Aidan, founder of The World's Greatest Experiment. 'Now they are practicing daily meditation, receiving an income, and realizing their purpose in the world—not just surviving, but spiritually thriving. And the love they send is changing lives in clinics and homes around the world.' This regenerative cycle of giving and receiving is more than charity. It is a new economic and energetic model, where consciousness becomes a currency—and where healing becomes multidimensional. A Call to Conscious Companies Odin's partnership is not just a milestone—it's a movement. The collaboration signals to other businesses that it's possible—and powerful—to integrate love and human upliftment into their core offerings. 'We hope Odin will be the first of many,' said Aidan. 'Any product or service can be infused with love. Imagine a world where your coffee, your clothing, your skincare—everything you consume—is connected to a web of people sending it love and lifting themselves out of poverty in the process.' The Invitation Odin Stem Cells is already seeing a groundswell of interest—not just from clients curious about the added dimension of healing, but from wellness practitioners, researchers, and conscious entrepreneurs eager to participate in this energetic revolution. As this partnership unfolds, it serves as a beacon: a new paradigm of commerce, healing, and shared humanity. To learn more, visit and Businesses interested in partnering to infuse love into their offerings are encouraged to reach out. Media ContactsThe Worlds Greatest Experiment IncAidan Uttinger connect@ Odin Stem CellsLance Paul Lance@ in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Daily Mail
23-06-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Man blinded in Fourth of July fireworks accident grows new eye in revolutionary procedure
Five years after a Fourth of July fireworks accident blinded him, a young man has regained his eyesight thanks to a revolutionary transplant that could help millions. Nick Kharufeh, 28, was celebrating Independence Day near his aunt's home in California when a stray firework exploded at ground level, sending shrapnel into his left eye. The injury left him permanently blind in that eye, until a new stem cell treatment gave him his vision back. 'It was dark out, and my dad couldn't fully tell what had happened,' said Kharufeh. The transplant, which took stem cells from his healthy right eye, helped restore partial vision to Kharufeh's injured eye, though it is not perfect. He can now recognize objects and navigate his surroundings if he covers his right eye, indicating functional vision has returned. The accident happened in an instant. Kharufeh was standing outside and one firework veered off course, drifted toward the ground, and detonated near his face. Bits of the explosive struck directly into his left eye, tearing through the cornea, the transparent front part of the eye that helps focus vision. The impact was so severe that doctors initially feared they lost the eye and would need to be removed. At the hospital, doctors carefully removed firework debris embedded in the eye. While the cornea had been shredded, a specialist found that the rest of the eyeball, including deeper structures, remained intact. It spared him from complete loss of the eye, but the damage left him totally blind on that side. What followed were months of grueling recovery, medications, nighttime eye drops, multiple surgeries, and a failed attempt to reconstruct his eyelid. 'I didn't leave the house,' he said. 'I didn't tell anybody what happened because I was kind of embarrassed about it.' Damage to the cornea, especially when stem cells are lost, can leave the surface unable to heal, a condition known as limbal stem cell deficiency. Limbal stem cells are specialized cells located at the edge of the cornea. They are responsible for regenerating and maintaining the corneal surface, and without them, the eye cannot repair itself. 'Your eyes are the window to your soul,' he told Live Science. 'I felt like my identity was just gone.' Corneal blindness affects millions of people worldwide and is often caused by injuries and chemical burns that destroy the eye's ability to heal. Traditional transplants are not an option for many of these patients because they require a healthy eye surface, something that limbal stem cell deficiency prevents. Cultivated autologous limbal epithelial cell transplantation (CALEC), a stem cell based procedure using person's own eye tissue, offers a new path forward. That's when his mother spotted a clinical trial recruiting patients for a breakthrough treatment called CALEC, at Mass Eye and Ear hospital in Boston. The procedure involves taking a small sample of stem cells from the healthy eye, growing them into sheets in a lab, and implanting them in the damaged one to restore its surface. Kharufeh moved to Boston in January 2021 to become one of the first 15 patients to receive the treatment. Research published in Nature Communications in March, showed the therapy restored the cornea's surface in 93 percent of cases. Eighteen months after receiving the CALEC transplant, 77 percent of patients showed good healing of the cornea's surface. This means that for most patients, the treatment helped restore the eye's surface and kept it healthy well over a year after the procedure. 'I was hesitant because they had to do surgery on my good eye,' Kharufeh said. After the first transplant in early 2021, he walked into his Airbnb and saw something he hadn't in months: a bright blue comforter. 'That moment was everything to me. I literally cried for so long,' the transplant patient explained. The CALEC therapy was originally tested in a small trial of just four patients with chemical burns. Those early results, shared in 2018, showed the treatment was safe and could work. Researchers at Mass Eye and Ear then launched a larger trial in partnership with the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston Children's Hospital and the National Eye Institute, using a manufacturing process that met US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) standards. 'I think it's given me a whole new life,' Kharufeh said. 'Now it's the point where I can actually feel normal.' According to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), fireworks caused at least eight reported deaths and 9,700 injuries in US in 2023. More than 65 percent of those injuries were on the Fourth of July. 'Every year, we see patients with serious eye injuries caused by fireworks,' said Dr Ula Jurkunas, the lead scientist behind CALEC. 'Most of them are preventable.' Experts recommend keeping a safe distance from the fireworks, wearing protective glasses when near displays, and never letting children handle fireworks or firecrackers. Sparklers alone, often handed to children, burn at more than 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit, which is hot enough to melt metal and caused 700 emergency room visits in 2017 alone. Experts say the safest option is to watch professional public displays from at least 500 feet away. Avoid picking up unexploded fireworks and never allow children to handle sparklers, firecrackers, or bottle rockets. If you use consumer fireworks where legal, follow strict precautions, never light near people or flammable objects, keep a bucket of water nearby, and never try to relight duds. Misfires can turn deadly. The Centers for Disease Control notes that 18 percent of tested consumer fireworks had serious safety violations, including faulty fuses and banned chemicals. Homemade fireworks are also a major hazard and should never be attempted. If your eye is injured by fireworks, it's a medical emergency. Do not rub, rinse, or apply pressure to the eye, and do not remove any objects stuck in it. Seek immediate medical help. Avoid taking blood thinners unless advised by a doctor. Even so-called 'safe and sane' fireworks can explode unpredictably. 'It only takes one wrong angle or one second too soon,' Dr Jurkunas said. 'That's all it took for Nick.' The doctor added that the new procedure will give hope to patients with few or no treatment options for this form of blindness. 'We are hopeful with further study, CALEC can one day fill this crucially needed treatment gap,' she said.
