Michael Smith on vasectomies

Title

Michael Smith on vasectomies

Genre

Interview

TX Date

15 Mar 1979

Year of production

1979

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Duration

00:04:03

Description

Dr Michael Smith, Chief Medical Officer of the Family Planning Association, on the possible impact of vasectomy upon men’s health. Smith reacts to a US study on monkeys which appears to demonstrate a greater risk of heart disease and strokes following vasectomy. Male interviewer not identified.

Contributors

Michael Smith

Keywords

USA; Health; Birth control; Animals; Scientific research; Men; Research; Contraception; Health advice; Stroke; Family health services; Heart diseases; Sexual sterilization

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