Israel's Posthumous Sperm Retrieval Program:

Genetic Supremacy Is A Whole Other Ballgame

Nov 29, 2023

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A doctor extracts semen specimen, at the embryologic laboratory of the assisted reproductive centre, at the Beijing Perfect Family Hospital, which specializes in fertility treatments, in Beijing, China April 6, 2023(photo credit: REUTERS/TINGSHU WANG)

Israel’s posthumous sperm retrieval program (PSMR) showcases a merging of advanced medical technology with ethnocentric societal considerations. Aimed at “preserving the genetic legacy” of deceased citizens, the program reflects the country's self perceived exceptionalism and contentious ethical standards.Israel’s recent modifications to simplify the p…

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