Mini-organs reveal how the cervix defends itself

A healthier gut may improve mental health: Studies find gut microbes can change brain chemistry, stress responses and behaviours in animal models, with early trials of probiotics, diet changes, and faecal microbiota transplants improving mood and anxiety.

The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine is protecting women from the cervical-cancer-causing virus — including those who don’t get the jab

Researchers find a new way to measure biological age: New AI-powered “aging clock” called gtAge, which integrates immune-system glycan data and blood-cell gene-activity profiles to estimate biological age with about 85% accuracy and correlate it with health markers

Study finds restoring order to dividing cancer cells may prevent metastasis

Meta-analysis finds significantly higher treatment failure and major complication rates within a year with nonoperative management among children and adolescents with pediatric uncomplicated acute appendicitis

Study finds emotional tweets by politicians don’t always win followers and can backfire with diverse audiences. While U.S

Poverty may be linked to lower fertility

Our actions are dictated by “autopilot”, not choice

Mental health effects of exposure to firearm violence persist long after direct exposure