woodchurch science

it is estimated that between 100-150 million animals are used in laboratory experiments around the world annually. however, records show that more than two animals are killed as surplus to requirements for every animal used, and this is rising with gm experiments. that means another 240 million animals. then there are animals killed in dissections or killed for their tissues or organs for which there are not even estimates for the number used.

established by the national anti-vivisection society (navs), world lab animal day falls on april 24th every year, is recognised by the united nations, and is marked by anti-vivisectionists all over the globe.

what do you think about animal experimentation? give us your views by leaving a comment.

make sure you are aware of both sides of the argument, visit pro-test, an organisation strongly in favour of animal testing.

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