
Evidence Based Birth® EBB 346 - Uncovering the Facts about Private Cord Blood Banking with Journalist Sarah Kliff
Feb 12, 2025
48:27
In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Dekker and investigative journalist Sarah Kliff of The New York Times explore the intricate world of cord blood banking. Sarah shares insights from her article, "Promised Cures, Tainted Cells," which explored cord blood banking practices, their marketing claims, and the stark contrast between public and private banking systems. Together, they discuss:
- The differences between public and private cord blood banks
- Marketing tactics and their impact on parents
- The decline in the medical utility of cord blood over the last decade
- Ethical concerns, such as contamination, low stem cell counts, and hidden collection fees
- Read "Promised Cures, Tainted Cells" here
- Check out the American Academy of Pediatrics recommendations on cord blood banking here
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