Attempts to transplant animal tissues into the human body (xenotransplants) have a long history. During the 17th century, transfusion of animal blood into human recipients proved so hazardous that the development of life-saving blood transfusions...
Posted 10 Aug 2016
The scientific board of Pro Anima has investigated in-depth the relevance of results from experiments based on the animal model, for the assessment of human health safety.
Posted 10 Aug 2016
Did polio vaccines cultured in chimpanzee tissues trigger the AIDS epidemic in Africa?
Posted 10 Aug 2016
Genes are fundamental to life and help determine the characteristics of bacteria, plants and animals. In people there are approximately 20,000 - 25,000 genes. They are incorporated into the body's cells and are composed of...
Posted 10 Aug 2016
How many animals are used and for what? 3.87 million animals were used for the first time in procedures completed in 2016 and a total number of 3.94 million ‘procedures’ were completed. Due to the...
Posted 10 Aug 2016
Scientists and researchers have devised endless ways of abusing animals in experiments. They use them to test weedkillers and pesticides as well as new ingredients for cleaning fluids, paints, food, drinks and even pet food.
Posted 10 Aug 2016
Each and every person can help end animal suffering through ordinary, everyday decisions. In almost every walk of life, you can choose compassion over cruelty.
Posted 26 Jul 2016
Many people regard horse racing as a harmless sport in which the animals are willing participants who thoroughly enjoy the thrill. The truth is that behind the scenes lies a story of immense suffering. 2024 statistics:...
Posted 26 Jul 2016
One of the most lethal in the country On Thursday, 21 July, campaign group Animal Aid’s Battle Bus will be at Doncaster Racecourse to tell punters about the shocking number of race horses who have...
Posted 13 Jul 2016
One of the most lethal racecourses in the country On Wednesday, 20 July, campaign group Animal Aid’s Battle Bus will be at Catterick Bridge racecourse to tell punters about the shocking number of race horses...
Posted 13 Jul 2016