SOME FACTS ABOUT STEM CELL RESEARCH

• Stem cells are unique because they can do two things: make another cell like itself of make any number of cells with more specialized functions.
• Stem cells can be found in human embryos that is life from conception to eight weeks of life; in umbilical cords which are usually discarded after live births; and in adults' bone marrow, blood, muscle, fat, nerves and even the pulp of baby teeth.
• Using human embryos as a source for stem cell research ends the life of the tiny human 0-8 weeks old.
• Using umbilical cord or adult stem cells for research does not end the life of the donors.
• Research that has been done with human embryo stem cells has resulted in cancerous-like cells and has not enhanced human health.
• Research that has been done with umbilical cord or adult stem cells has helped people with Parkinson's disease, spinal cord injury, juvenile diabetes, lupus, multiple sclerosis, sickle-cell anemia, heart damage, corneal damage, and more.
• Human life at all stages is not an object.
• Human life is a gift given by God.