Babies born by C-section are unlikely to receive protection from a single dose of measles vaccine, a new study finds. A single measles jab is up to 2.6 times more likely to be completely ineffective in C-section babies, compared to those born vaginally. Their immune systems fail to produce antibodies to fight against measles infection.…  read on >  read on >

Actress and “X-men” star Olivia Munn has revealed that she underwent egg retrieval and then a hysterectomy after being diagnosed with breast cancer. In an article published on Mother’s Day, Munn told Vogue she opted for hysterectomy because it allowed her to avoid using an estrogen-suppressing cancer drug called Lupron, which left her drained of…  read on >  read on >

Early research in mice suggests a new path forward to restoring hair growth in people affected by a form of alopecia.  Alopecia areata is an autommune disorder that affects an estimated 6 million Americans and has no cure, according to researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Boston.  The condition causes immune system…  read on >  read on >

If you use a medical device such as a blood glucose monitor or insulin pump, keeping it charged is a must.  But devices that rely on a USB charger can overheat, which may cause minor injuries, serious burns or fires. That’s why it’s important to read, understand and follow the manufacturer’s use and care directions…  read on >  read on >