Covid virus changes sperm in mice, may raise anxiety in offspring: study
Summary
A study from Australia shows Covid-19 infection in male mice causes changes in sperm that may increase anxiety in their offspring, suggesting possible long-term effects on future generations.
Key Points
- Covid-19 infection in male mice leads to sperm changes that increase anxiety behaviors in offspring.
- Female offspring showed significant changes in gene activity in the hippocampus related to emotions.
- The virus altered RNA molecules in fathers' sperm involved in brain development gene regulation.
- Researchers highlight potential long-lasting effects of Covid-19 on future generations and call for human studies.
