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  2. Jul 9, 2026
After Years of Advocacy From Legislators, Physicians, CU Anschutz Replaces Animals in Surgical Training

DENVER, Colo.—The University of Colorado Anschutz has confirmed it halted the use of live animals for training surgeons, following years of advocacy from Colorado state legislators and physicians.

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