NAVS/IFER Researcher Identifies Potential Problems with Probiotics
Over the past several years, Woojung has been studying human intestinal inflammatory diseases using a sophisticated gut-on-a-chip model. Continue reading
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Last Chance to Weigh in on the Farm Bill
This week’s Take Action Thursday urges the Farm Bill conference committee to include measures that would benefit animals. Federal Legislation House of Representatives Bill, HR. 2, commonly known as the Farm Bill, must be passed by Congress every five years. This … Continued
State Ballot Update
The results of state and local ballot initiatives resulted in some positive reforms benefiting animals, as well as some disappointing outcomes: California: Ballot 12, to further reform standards for animals confined for agricultural use, passed with a 61% majority. Florida: … Continued
Emerging Concerns about Nonhuman Primate Experimentation
The most recent statistics from the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Services (APHIS) revealed that 75,825 nonhuman primates were used for research, testing, teaching or experimentation in 2017. Continue reading
Speak Up on Behalf of Animals on Election Day
Your Voice (and Vote) Can Make A Difference for Animals! Our elected officials have the ultimate say on what laws are passed in our states and in the federal government. But voters like you have a voice in choosing who … Continued