Patients seek stem-cell ‘miracle,’ but scientists warn of dangers

January 7, 2013

But there are hidden dangers to today’s stem cell treatments, both in the U.S. and offshore, scientists said at the recent World Stem Cell Summit in West Palm Beach. They pointed to reports of deaths, tumors, lumbar punctures and other potential harm, as well as vulnerable people being conned out of thousands of dollars. (Sun Sentinel)