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Why Male Birth Control Doesn’t Exist (Yet)

Far Out explores the future of science, technology, and culture and how these changes may affect humanity and life on Earth.

Why Male Birth Control Doesn’t Exist (Yet)

Season 1 Episode 7 | 9m 48s | CC

Despite trying, scientists haven’t been able to figure out male birth control, and more often than not, the burden falls onto women. But that might change. Experts are excited about two kinds of birth control in development, and if they prove to be successful, they could drastically change the landscape of contraception.

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