Grace Wade

The Trump administration has laid off government workers integral to major public health surveys, meaning the country will lack crucial information on births, deaths and illnesses nationwide

Human embryos formed with in vitro fertilisation can develop genetic abnormalities in the time between genetic testing and implantation – though this may not affect their viability

A growing body of research suggests testosterone replacement therapy can alleviate menopausal symptoms such as a decrease in libido, mood swings and brain fog. But some in the field are sceptical

When it comes to boosting mental health and even improving performance, team sports and group exercise come out on top, finds Grace Wade

One of the longest trials of artificial sweeteners to date found that they may increase beneficial gut bacteria, though the boost may also be related to weight loss

Scientists have identified five sleep profiles, each of which is linked to distinct mental health symptoms and brain activity patterns

Severe lung inflammation has been linked to symptoms resembling post-traumatic stress disorder in mice, which could help us better treat and prevent the mental health condition

Huntington’s disease has been successfully treated for the first time using a gene therapy, which may be available in the US as soon as next year

Data from more than 18,000 people suggests that where excess fat is stored in the body influences its effects on brain structure, activity and health

Hormone replacement therapy used within five years of the onset of menopause is associated with a lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease, while starting it later in life is associated with an increased risk