PCRM Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine

October 2004

Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine

Welcome to PCRM Online, a new monthly e-newsletter for PCRM member physicians and affiliated health professionals. This newsletter will feature the latest news about our issues, updates on our work, and resources for your practice. We hope you enjoy it. Please tell us what you think!

Best,

Neal Barnard, M.D.,
President

	Tackling Diabetes: PCRM Thinks Outside Research Box With U.S. diabetes rates projected to double by 2050, reporters and scientists alike are showing a growing interest in PCRM’s innovative diabetes research. Read more…

	Many Doctors Skeptical of Animal Experiments A new survey shows a surprising level of concern about animal experiments. Read more…

	*“Wow, it’s that* easy?” New Study Refutes Myth About Vegan Diets** A new PCRM study proves that a major diet overhaul is easier than most doctors or nurses might think. Read more…

	The Problem with Protein A new study suggests that overconsumption of protein may contribute to our alarming rates of osteoporosis and osteopenia. Read more…

	New Column: “Beyond Animal Research” Given the growing concern worldwide about the ethical and scientific problems with animal experiments, PCRM is pleased to announce a new monthly column on the topic. Read more…

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