Children's skills improve w/ cell treatment for cerebral palsy

Children with cerebral palsy who received transfusions of donated umbilical cord blood cells as well as erythropoietin and rehabilitation performed better in tests of motor and cognitive function, according to a study in the journal Stem Cells. The most progress was seen in children younger than 3. News.com.au (Australia) (1/31)  http://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/health-fitness/cerebral-palsy-breakthrough/story-fneuzlbd-1226565375410