Did anyone see the segment on Stem Cell research that the aired on 60 minutes the other night? It was really interesting and brings so much optimism for the future or all diseases. They segment focused on a potential cure for spinal injuries, but also noted that stem cells can potenitally be used to address almost any disease.
http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2006/02/23/60minutes/main1341635.shtml