A growing number of people feel that animals should not be exploited by people and that they should have the same rights as humans, while others argue that humans must employ animals to satisfy their various needs, including uses for food and research. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

There are several opinions regarding the use of animals by humans. It is often argued THAT ANIMAL TESTING IS ESSENTIAL IN medical

research

, whilst others disagree and consider it inappropriate.

This

essay will discuss both points of view before coming to a reasoned conclusion. It is clear that there is no adequate alternative to testing

on

Suggestion

for

a living, whole-body system. Both similarity in body functioning and susceptibility to health conditions like heart decease, cancer ad diabetes make animals appropriate

research

subjects. It is

therefore

agreed that animal testing contributes to life-saving cures and treatments. A prime example is the present COVID-19 issue. Scientists are racing to develop a vaccine for

coronavirus

during the 2020 global pandemic need to test on genetically modified mice to ensure the effectiveness of the vaccine.

However

, many disagree and feel that animal testing is cruel and inhumane. According to Humane Society International, animals used in experiments are commonly subjected to force feeding, food and water deprivation, the infliction of burns and other wounds to study the healing process, the infliction of pain to study its effects and remedies, or other means. Despite

this

, animal

research

is highly regulated, with laws in place to protect animals from mistreatment. Most major

research

institutions' programs are voluntarily reviewed for humane practices by the Association for Assessment.

For instance

, alternative testing methods now exist that can replace the need for animals. Other

research

methods

such

as in vitro testing offer opportunities to reduce or replace animal testing. In conclusion, while the animal protectors are calling for altruism regarding animals, others are convinced that humane testing is capable of saving humanity from dangerous and deadly consequences.