Commentary: Stem cell boom is outpacing the science

In case you haven't noticed, stem cell clinics are popping up everywhere. There are hundreds across the country, especially in California. The clinics peddle "vegan stem cell facials" or "stem cell vaginal rejuvenations" and claim the miracle cells can treat autism, baldness, dementia, diabetes, arthritis and paralysis all with a quick injection.

If it sounds too good to be true, it is.

There is no good scientific evidence the pricey treatments work, and there is growing evidence that some are dangerous, causing blindness, tumors and paralysis. Medical associations, the federal government and even Consumer