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As if going blind wasn't enough of a deterrent
Great Britain’s fertility experts are calling for changes in sperm donor regulations in order to increase the supply for women seeking artificial insemination.
In 2005 Britain changed their law protecting anonymous sperm donors. That reversal allowed the children of those donors to learn the identity of their fathers. Health officials have noticed a sharp decline in donations since the law took effect.
Experts say that 500 donors a year are needed to meet the demands of those seeking insemination.
“Once upon a time ... we had hundreds and hundreds of people phoning up every year,” says Allan Pacey, a member of the British Fertility Society and operator of a fertility clinic outside of London. “Now, maybe 20 a year? Certainly not in any great numbers.”
In the U.S., donors have the option of remaining anonymous.
Health officials blame the scarcity not only on the reversing of confidentiality laws, but also on usage limits and waaaay too many photos of Amy Winehouse being burned into the male psyche.
And if you happen to be on the roster of an NBA team, there is good news: the British accept donations from other countries.
Take matters in your own hand here.
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