Seoul to offer cash for reversals of vasectomies and tubal ligations

SEOUL — In South Korea’s capital, residents who have undergone vasectomies or had their tubes tied may soon be able to receive a cash reimbursement for reversing the procedures, as Seoul looks to boost birthrates. The metropolis of 9.6 million had a fertility rate of 0.55 last year, the lowest in the country — which … Read more

Seoul to Offer Cash for Vasectomy Reversals in Bid to Boost Birth Rate

May 28, 2024 12:00 AM EDT Seoul plans to offer financial support to residents seeking to reverse vasectomies or tubectomies in the latest step aimed at boosting birthrates as a dwindling population threatens the long-term vitality of the South Korean capital. Seoul will offer each citizen up to 1 million won ($734) to help ease … Read more