Before my kids were born, we had to decide whether to pay for umbilical cord blood banking. We chose not to, but in the ensuing 20-plus years, I’ve continued to see ads targeted at new parents for this service. Is it worthwhile?
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OMRF to investigate link between viral infection, autoimmunity
The NIH has awarded OMRF $480,000 to investigate the long-term effects of viral infections on autoimmunity.
OMRF receives $2.19 million to study rare neurological condition
The National Institutes of Health has awarded OMRF $2.19 million to continue research on a rare neurological disease.
Understanding the differences between Alzheimer’s and dementia
For years, the terms “Alzheimer’s” and “dementia” have been used interchangeably. But the difference between them is important.
OMRF, Harvard receive $4.1 million to study genetic causes of lupus
The NIH has awarded OMRF and Harvard $4.1 million to investigate the role of genetics in the development of lupus.
Bodywork: With spring, worries about tick bites
What signs of tick-borne illnesses should you be on the lookout for this spring?