animal research

Animal Medical Research During the past century, mankind has made vital and historical medical breakthroughs in prolonging and improving the quality of life by using animals during biomedical research. For example, according to Animal Research: The Search For Life Saving Answers by the Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control, People are living at least 20 years longer thanks to research (with animals) that has led to the control of most infectious diseases. …showed first 75 words of 1969 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1969 total…through organ transplants. Interestingly too, the drug thalidomide has now been recognized for its possible capabilities in treating other disorders or diseases. For example, it has been shown to help AIDS patients with serious mouth ulcers. Using animals in research to save humans and make for a better life, may sound unethical and cruel to many, however, while sicknesses and diseases continue to be rampant, animals will be needed to find cures and save lives