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Physicians Committee Accuses University of Washington of Cruelty to Ferrets

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FEBRUARY 10, 2011

A national physicians group has filed a federal complaint against the University of Washington, saying its use of ferrets to train medical residents in emergency procedures on babies and children violates a federal animal-welfare law. The complaining group, Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, based in Washington, D.C.,

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Deconstructing Slate's "Pepper" Series

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JUNE 8, 2009

He writes, "The dog remained a vital tool in biomedical research for more than 300 years and was the vehicle for a remarkable run of medical breakthroughs.". Part III: Pepper Goes to Washington. Actually, I didn't quit neuroscience as a result of the experiences described, but I did quit working with animals. Maybe on paper.

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Physicians Committee Accuses University of Washington of Cruelty to Ferrets

Deconstructing Slate's "Pepper" Series

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