Oligoovulation: infrequent ovulation explained

Ovulating infrequently? Oligoovulation means cycles over 35 days or fewer than eight or nine periods a year – here's what drives it and why it matters.

Your genes help shape your vaginal microbiome

A major Nature Genetics study shows host genetics helps shape the vaginal microbiome – part of why recurrent BV is not just about behaviour.

Cervix-on-a-chip: how vaginal bacteria lower STI risk

An immune-capable 'cervix-on-a-chip' lets scientists watch protective L. crispatus shield against STIs in real time, confirming the microbiome shapes risk.