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VA Animal Research Program
Animal research has saved the lives of millions of Veterans, and will continue to do so.
Overview
of Animal Research in VA
To conduct the research needed to improve medical care, we sometimes have to work with animal models. Studying animals is still the only scientifically viable way to get some of the knowledge we need to improve human health, and indeed the health of other animals that benefit from veterinary care. VA allows research with animals only if it is scientifically necessary and if animal-welfare safeguards are adhered to.
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ABOUT ANIMAL RESEARCH IN VA
Animal Research Overview
Animal Research FAQ
Canine Research
Animal Research Fact Sheet
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RESEARCH GUIDANCE
Annual Continuing Review of Protocols
Technical Summaries
Criteria for NSM and NAM
Drafting an MOU
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RELATED DOCUMENTS
Use of Animals in Research
Forms for Semiannual Evaluations of the Institutional Care
Contracting Documents
Animal Component of Research
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