6 New Ways People Are Doing Things in the Delivery Room

6 New Ways People Are Doing Things in the Delivery Room

As old as time itself, labor and delivery isn't oft the place for new developments, but here are six new ways people are doing things in the delivery room.


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Health Insurance, Taxes and Cord Blood Banking

Health Insurance, Taxes and Cord Blood Banking

Many expectant parents wonder if cord blood banking is covered by their health insurance or can be deducted from their taxes as a medical expense. There are, in fact, times when cord blood banking is considered an eligible medical expense covered by a family's HSA, FSA, HRA or health insurance plan and can qualify as a tax deduction. Let’s explore.


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Trial Using Cord Blood to Treat Strokes Recruiting Soon

Trial Using Cord Blood to Treat Strokes Recruiting Soon

A Duke University Medical Center phase two study will be looking for 100 adults who recently suffered a stroke to test the efficacy of cord blood infusions as a treatment. Participants will then be followed for one year to determine the safety and effectiveness of the treatment.

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