The origins of sperm donations

The Federal Council has amended the Reproductive Medicine Ordinance. From 2019, it will be easier for people conceived through sperm donation since 2001 to find out more about their origins. This is Stephanie's and Hannes' story. (SRF/swissinfo.ch)

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