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Kennedy Warns of Fertility Crisis Amid Debunked Claims

10/20/2025

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. warned at a press conference that fertility is declining, claiming teens have half the testosterone and sperm of older men.
Experts acknowledge a sperm-count decline but say Kennedy's testosterone claim has no supporting evidence.
Studies show downward trends in sperm counts, linked to obesity and environmental factors.
Experts say puberty is advancing in girls, but Kennedy's six-year difference lacks support and may exaggerate the issue.

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. warned at a press conference that fertility is declining, claiming teens have half the testosterone and sperm of older men.
Experts acknowledge a sperm-count decline but say Kennedy's testosterone claim has no supporting evidence.
Studies show downward trends in sperm counts, linked to obesity and environmental factors.
Experts say puberty is advancing in girls, but Kennedy's six-year difference lacks support and may exaggerate the issue.