Triple M's news guy, Hewie, gets the snip live on radio!

Reversal of fortune in family ties

THEY call it the snip. And sometimes, the unkindest cut of all. So it's hardly surprising that the mere thought of a vasectomy makes many men quake at the knees. But across the country, doctors are reporting a steady rise in vasectomy procedures. And with it, predictions that an increase in vasectomy reversals, sperm banking and use of fertility technology is on the cards.

Emission Impossible - The kindest cut of all?

A PRESS release landed on our newsdesk which stopped a colleague in her tracks...

Dads told to freeze future family

Men thinking about having the snip are being warned to consider freezing their sperm beforehand after researchers found a vasectomy may damage their sperm.

9am with David and Kim

Hosts David Reyne and Kim Watkins dispel the myths surrounding vasectomy, with guests Robert Cornish who underwent the procedure on live television, his wife Lydia and vasectomy expert Dr Barbara Simcock.

Aussie men at cutting edge

Concerns about pain and loss of virility are being dismissed as more Aussie blokes have vasectomies.

Marie Stopes International has taken a bold step, advertising its services in Inside Football magazine.

Risky business in bed

Many men are using unreliable contraception that could result in unplanned pregnancies and sexually transmitted infectionsThe Australian has reported.

Men’s Rhythm In Doubt

Many Australian men are using unreliable contraception that could result in unplanned pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases. A survey of 1000 men found 24 per cent used the rhythm or withdrawal method of contraception, which sexual health experts have labelled as completely unreliable.

Mate I want to be careful

Two-thirds of Aussie blokes believe men should take responsibility for contraception, but most 18 to 29-year olds rely on mates and the internet for information.

Sexual Healing

More men are getting sexually transmitted infections and not talking about it, so you may need to raise the topic. www.mariestopes.com.au

Party-goers urged to avoid unprotected sex

Total abstinence or using a condom were the best ways to avoid a lasting reminder of a drunken New Year sexual encounter reproductive health-care provider Marie Stopes International said this week.