Originally posted at Speaking of Research
In a recent poll conducted by Zogby, 2,100 adults in the U.S. were asked the following question.
Do you agree or disagree with medical and scientific research that requires lab animals?
The results showed a similar outcome to that of other recent polls.
About 52% of the population approve of animal research in various degrees, about 27% disapprove in various degrees, 15% are neutral and 6% are unsure about their position.
Despite the many polls done on the subject it remains unclear on what grounds do some people object to the use of animals in science.
Is it perhaps that they find the work morally wrong? Is it that they believe all living beings have the basic rights to liberty and freedom?
Some insight into these questions can be gained by asking the same group of people what would the do in the following scenario.
Suppose you suffer from a leaky heart valve, and that doctors say you have two years left. You could have a valve replacement surgery that might save your life. But, in order to obtain the replacement tissue necessary for a surgery, a pig must be killed.
Which of the following statements best reflects what you would do if faces with a similar situation?
- I would have the surgery. I think it is ethical.
- I would have the surgery, but I think it is unethical.
- I would not have the surgery, but I think it is ethical.
- I would not have the surgery because I think it is unethical.
See results of second poll and the rest of the story: A Proposal for the Labeling of Medicines - Speaking of Research
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