A twist in the tail - How sperm wriggle - In a discovery with far-reaching potential for advances in male infertility treatment, scientists have identified what makes sperm wriggle and swim.
Air dried sperm could allow home storage - A novel method of preserving sperm through air drying is showing initial promise and has the potential to revolutionize sperm storage, allowing men awaiting in vitro fertilization (IVF) to take care of their sperm at home.
Diabetes damages DNA in man's sperm leading to infertility - Scientists have found that sperm from diabetic men have greater levels of DNA damage than sperm from men who do not have the disease. They warn that such DNA damage might cause male infertility.
Infertility basics - Facing infertility can be a difficult and emotional time for many couples. Read for advice on how to cope.
Infertility myths - When it comes to getting pregnant, the truth is often mired in myths passed down as old wives tales and common misconceptions. To distinguish fact from fiction with the following list of infertility myths.
Male fertility and tobacco - There have been many studies of smoking and fertility, showing that male smokers have decreased sperm parameters and decreased fertility.
New male contraceptive clears hurdle - A reversible, nonhormonal contraceptive that provides 10 or more years of protection after a 10-15 minute procedure has been cleared for further experimentation.
Oh, don't stop: Refraining from sex? - New research by Israeli fertility experts has challenged current medical opinion, which holds that refraining from sex for up to a week (at least) is beneficial for men prior to undergoing some types of male infertility treatment.
Planning for a healthy pregnancy - Before you and your partner toss the birth control in the trash and embark on any serious babymaking efforts, you've got some important decisions to make.
Pop, pass on the grass - New research shows that men who smoke marijuana frequently have lower sperm count and other complications that impede conception.
Semen quality may start to decline in his 20s - With each passing year, semen quality in adult men declines, suggesting that age plays a greater role in male infertility rates than previously thought.
Sperm DNA damage affects fertility - Damage to DNA in sperm is significantly higher in older men than in those who are younger, offering new insights about male infertility.
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