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Understanding Animal Research
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Why Do We Use Animals in Medical Research?
Produced by Understanding Animal Research, this information leaflet looks at how, and why, animals are used in medical research. The information provided by is based on thorough research and understanding of the facts, historical and scientific.
The leaflet is useful as information for teachers and also as background or research information for students. The information covers:
* facts about animal research;
* uses in medical research;
* advances in therapies;
* regulation of the use of animals;
* alternatives to animal research.
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