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    • Sperm donor with rare genetic mutation fathered 67 children. 10 of them now have cancer

      Sperm donor with rare genetic mutation fathered 67 children. 10 of them now have cancer

      Children born from this sperm donor have since been identified in eight different European countries: Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Greece, Spain, Sweden and the UK.

    • Teenage students 'race' sperm to highlight male infertility

      Teenage students 'race' sperm to highlight male infertility

      Eric Zhu, a 17-year-old high school student, has invented an unusual sport and spearheaded a fundraising effort that yielded over a million dollars. The funds were used to organise the sperm among sperm cells aimed at increasing public awareness of male infertility.

    • Health benefits of shilajit: 5 ways it boosts fertility and testosterone

      Health benefits of shilajit: 5 ways it boosts fertility and testosterone

      Shilajit is a natural supplement that boosts energy, supports good health, aids cognitive function, and may help prevent Alzheimer’s-related protein buildup. It also boosts male reproductive health by improving testosterone and fertility.

    • IVF success tips: Improve sperm quality to boost in-vitro fertilisation success rate, here's how

      IVF success tips: Improve sperm quality to boost in-vitro fertilisation success rate, here's how

      Abnormal sperm parameters—such as low sperm concentration, decreased motility, and abnormal morphology—are key contributors to lower IVF success rates. Understanding and proactively managing the factors affecting sperm quality are key to enhancing IVF outcomes and promoting healthier pregnancies.

    • Shocking discovery made by scientists about bacteria manipulating wasps to kill their males

      Shocking discovery made by scientists about bacteria manipulating wasps to kill their males

      Some groups of bacteria are known for killing males of a host species. The rod-shaped bacteria known as Arsenophonus nasoniae kills the parasitic wasp Nasonia vitripennis male eggs spread across European populations. This bacteria infects both sexes of the parasite wasp but targets the males and kills around 70 % of them.

    • What to eat: Include these 18 foods in your daily diet to boost sperm count and motility

      What to eat: Include these 18 foods in your daily diet to boost sperm count and motility

      How to increase sperm count naturally: These foods are rich in essential nutrients like protein, vitamins, antioxidants, and minerals, all of which play a vital role in sperm production and function. This balanced approach to nutrition can increase the chances of conception and support overall fertility.

    • Scientists create mice with 2 biological fathers, say procedure can be used on humans

      Scientists create mice with 2 biological fathers, say procedure can be used on humans

      The baby mice had a normal lifespan, and went on to reproduce as adults, researchers said.

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