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How our bodies are rapidly colonised by bacteria when we're born

11 July 2018

We’ve had the best look yet at the microbes that make themselves at home in our bodies in the months following birth, including many mystery species

A newborn baby being held by a doctor

The cancer-fighting multi-organ: 9 ways the placenta is amazing

30 May 2018

From helping us conquer the world to curing cancer, here are nine reasons why the placenta deserves our appreciation

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