New Contraceptive Pill For Men

In a few years, you may be the one on “the pill.” Researchers at the University of Edinburgh have identified a gene responsible for an essential phase of sperm development. The discovery is an early but very important step toward the creation of a male contraceptive similar to the daily pill you’re always worrying your [...]

PSA Exams Should End in Men Without Cancer Symptoms, Panel Says

Routine prostate-cancer screening doesn’t save sufficient lives to justify exposing men to risks of death, incontinence and impotence, a U.S. panel said in a report drawing criticism from patient advocates. A draft report, released today by the Health and Human Services Department’s Preventive Services Task Force, recommends against so-called PSA tests for men who don’t [...]