strategy

Improving male contraceptive methods

Synonyms:
Providing male contraceptive methods
Popularizing male contraception
Implementation:
In 2001 it was reported that a combination injection of testosterone (male sex hormone) and norethisterone enanthate (NETE) every six weeks completely stopped sperm production in 13 of 14 volunteers. There were some side effects and more studies need to be performed before this injection would become available to the public.
Type Classification:
G: Very Specific strategies
Related UN Sustainable Development Goals:
GOAL 3: Good Health and Well-beingGOAL 5: Gender EqualityGOAL 17: Partnerships to achieve the Goal