Health Canada eased sperm and egg donor screening rules, removing a ban on gay and bisexual men.

Health Canada has eased screening rules for sperm and egg donors, removing a ban that restricted gay and bisexual men from donating to sperm banks. The new gender-neutral, behaviour-based screening questionnaire replaces questions about men who have sex with men in the previous three months. Health Minister Mark Holland said the updated policy follows the latest evidence and ensures a stable supply of donors for Canadians seeking assisted human reproduction.

May 08, 2024
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