A BBC investigation finds many of the therapies at private clinics are unproven and unregulated.
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There is growing evidence stem cells may help other conditions, including multiple sclerosis - but only after full clinical trials can these procedures be declared safe, effective and better than existing treatments.The Autism Regenerative Centre, in London, however, is currently offering stem-cell treatments for autism for children over the age of two.
But the Department of Health said the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency would take tough action against any clinic not following strict safety rules.
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