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Male reproductive health statement (XIIIth international symposium on Spermatology, may 9th-12th 2018, Stockholm,

Hagai Levine1, Hideo Mohri2, Anders Ekbom3

  • 11Environmental Health Track, School of Public Health, Hebrew University-Hadassah, Jerusalem, Israel.

Basic and Clinical Andrology
|November 7, 2018
PubMed

Insights

Male reproductive health is a neglected research area requiring urgent attention. This statement aims to raise global awareness of critical issues impacting male fertility and well-being.

Area of Science:

  • Reproductive Biology
  • Andrology
  • Spermatology

Background:

  • The XIIIth International Symposium on Spermatology highlighted a collective concern regarding male reproductive health.
  • Alarming global trends necessitate increased focus on this often-neglected research area.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To issue a public statement on male reproductive health.
  • To raise awareness of critical issues in male reproduction.
  • To encourage broader scientific discourse and publication in relevant journals.

Main Methods:

  • A collective statement was formulated by participants of the XIIIth International Symposium on Spermatology.
  • A co-publication strategy across Reproductive Biology and Andrology journals was proposed.
  • The journal BaCA, official journal of the French Andrology Society (SALF), agreed to publish the statement.

Main Results:

  • A consensus was reached among experts on the need for a public statement.
  • The statement aims to disseminate critical information on male reproductive health globally.
  • BaCA will serve as the primary platform for this important message.

Conclusions:

  • Male reproductive health is a critical public health issue demanding greater research attention.
  • Increased awareness and scientific communication are vital to address global challenges in male reproduction.
  • Collaborative efforts through scientific publications are essential to advance the field of andrology.

Keywords:
Male reproductive healthSpecies survivalSpermatozoa

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