A New Male Contraceptive Injection Is 96% Effective In Human Tests

Scientists trialling an experimental injected form of male contraception have shown that it's almost completely effective in preventing pregnancies – getting us closer to finally having a male equivalent to female contraceptives like the pill and IUDs.

But while the hormone shot was effective for almost 96 percent of men testing it, side effects reported by some participants saw the trial ending earlier than planned, and could mean that the contraception never actually sees the light of day.

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