Mission Critical With Neal Barnard, MD

Don't miss this episode of the Physicians Committee's Mission Critical update from Friday, Feb. 27. Physicians Committee President Neal Barnard, MD, shared the tragic news of a monkey who died from a medication failure at the Oregon National Primate Research Center, OHSU’s most recent violation of the Animal Welfare Act. Dr. Barnard also shared the results from a new PCRM poll with Morning Consult that highlighted the connection between processed meat consumption and colorectal cancer. Host Alexandra Overhoff welcomed PCRM Science Policy Specialist Jon McCord, PhD, who shared how organ-on-a-chip technology can replace the use of animals in research and the ways in which PCRM is advocating for this research during National Engineers Week. And PCRM Nutrition Associate Brandon Randall gave us an inside look into a special event that was held in conjunction with the University of Miami to bring plant-based eating front and center for the Hurricanes!

Next week’s episode will feature a special live Q&A with Dr. Barnard! You’re welcome to ask questions live during the show or email membership [at] pcrm.org in advance with a question you’d like us to consider. Due to time limits, we won’t be able to answer every question, but we’ll cover as many as possible. Please note that questions should focus on our work and mission; we won’t be able to address personal health questions.

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