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The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine promotes health and compassion through plant-based diets and ethical, effective scientific research. PCRM.org

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Physicians Committee@pcrm· 15d

The OHSU Board has approved a resolution to transition the Oregon National Primate Research Center toward nonanimal, human-based research while reducing primate experimentation. https://www.pcrm.org/news/news-releases/ohsu-board-passes-resolution-transition-primate-center-center-nonanimal-human

Physicians Committee@pcrm· 18d

Better science starts with human biology. Watch biomedical scientist Dr. Jon McCord explain how organ-on-a-chip technology is helping shape the future of medicine and advancing research that is more predictive, more efficient, and free from harming animals.

Physicians Committee@pcrm· 20d

Only days left to apply! Our eight-week online Food for Life Instructor Training equips you to teach, inspire, and create lasting health change in your community. Applications due July 24. Apply now: www.pcrm.org/good-nutriti...

Physicians Committee@pcrm· 22d

After six years of work by the PCRM, our supporters, physicians, and Colorado legislators, the University of Colorado Anschutz medical center replaced live animals with modern medical simulators. Visit PCRM.org/TakeAction to urge other institutions to replace animals in medical training.

Physicians Committee@pcrm· 22d

Rabbits, mice, and guinea pigs are still used in painful tests for cosmetics, even though faster, more accurate nonanimal methods already exist. 📣 Tell your U.S. Representative to support the Humane Cosmetics Act (H.R. 1657): act.pcrm.org/a/humanecosm...

Physicians Committee@pcrm· 23d

Scientists have developed a wireless sensor that monitors lab-grown human heart models beating in real time. The technology allows researchers to test drugs directly on human tissue, offering a more accurate and personalized approach than animal experiments. Learn more: www.pcrm.org/news/innovat...

Physicians Committee@pcrm· 26d

One week left to apply! Our eight-week online Food for Life Instructor Training equips you to teach, inspire, and create lasting health change in your community. Applications due July 24. Apply now: https://www.pcrm.org/good-nutrition/plant-based-diets/ffl/become-an-instructor

Physicians Committee@pcrm· 26d

Mice and primates differ from women in anatomy, hormones, and more. The Physicians Committee made the case at an NIH advisory meeting that women's health research needs to shift toward human-based methods that better reflect human biology. Learn more: www.pcrm.org/news/good-sc...

Physicians Committee@pcrm· 29d

Every injectable drug and implantable medical device must be tested for endotoxin contamination before it reaches patients. Learn more: https://www.pcrm.org/news/news-releases/fda-endotoxin-testing-update-falls-short-nonanimal-methods

Physicians Committee@pcrm· Jul 10

Today we're celebrating a major victory! Thanks to years of work by the Physicians Committee, our supporters, physicians, and Colorado legislators, the University of Colorado Anschutz has stopped killing animals to train surgeons. Help us keep this momentum going: act.pcrm.org/3Wx6Pa0NjU6B...

Physicians Committee@pcrm· Jul 8

From hospitals to community kitchens, Food for Life instructors are making a difference where it matters most. 💚 Ready to teach with confidence and purpose? Join a global community of Food for Life instructors. https://www.pcrm.org/good-nutrition/plant-based-diets/ffl/become-an-instructor

Physicians Committee@pcrm· Jul 1

Our eight-week online Food for Life Instructor Training equips you to teach, inspire, and create lasting health change in your community. Applications due July 24. Apply now: www.pcrm.org/good-nutriti...

Physicians Committee@pcrm· Jun 29

🌱 Ready to build healthier habits? Our July Food for Life classes are now open for registration! Join us in person or online to learn practical, evidence-based nutrition and cooking skills. Find a class near you: www.pcrm.org/good-nutriti...

Physicians Committee@pcrm· Jun 25

🌱 Want to teach the power of plant-based nutrition in your community? Applications are now open for the Fall 2026 Food for Life Instructor Training Program—and limited financial aid is available. 📅 Sept. 15–Nov. 6 📅 Apply by July 24 Learn more: www.pcrm.org/good-nutriti...

Physicians Committee@pcrm· Jun 24

Every dollar donated to the Physicians Committee is being matched right now, up to $500,000, to support lifesaving clinical research and nutrition education. Give $50 or more by July 10 to double your gift and get a free copy of Power Foods for the Brain. act.pcrm.org/SQ8u3EHwvEOO...

Physicians Committee@pcrm· Jun 18

Good food and quality time go hand in hand. 💚 If you're celebrating Father's Day this coming weekend, we've rounded up plant-based summer recipes perfect for cookouts, picnics, and family gatherings. PCRM.org/Good-Nutrition/Plant-Based-Diets/Recipes/Summer-Picnic

Physicians Committee@pcrm· Jun 15

Big news for human-based science: The NIH just launched ORIVA, a new office dedicated to advancing human-based, nonanimal research. This is a huge step forward for science that better reflects human biology and improves patient outcomes. 🔬 Read more: www.pcrm.org/news/news-re... #NIH

Physicians Committee@pcrm· Jun 12

The EPA is making progress on its commitment to phase out mammalian animal testing by 2035, including adding 13 new nonanimal methods to its accepted alternatives list. The Physicians Committee breaks down what that means. www.pcrm.org/news/good-sc...

Physicians Committee@pcrm· Jun 10

As many as 100 million animals are used in U.S. labs each year. The NIH is updating its strategic plan, and the Physicians Committee is pushing for policies that change that. www.pcrm.org/news/good-sc...

Physicians Committee@pcrm· Jun 5

Over the course of his career, Dr. Campbell has helped shape conversations around nutrition, chronic disease, and plant-based eating. Given the Campbells’ contributions to nutrition and public health, we thought it was worth putting on your radar. www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Wh...

Physicians Committee@pcrm· Jun 1

Scientists brought the future of research and testing to Capitol Hill last week. Catharine Krebs and Emily Anderson joined world-class researchers to discuss organs-on-chips, organoids, and other human-based technologies that can improve research and reduce animal testing.

Physicians Committee@pcrm· May 29

Interested in learning practical ways to make healthy eating easier? Food for Life classes combine nutrition education + cooking skills to help build habits that last. 🌿 Explore June classes near you (or online): www.pcrm.org/good-nutriti...

Physicians Committee@pcrm· May 28

We’re proud to see two of our Food for Life instructors recognized in local Colorado news 🌿 Dr. Susan Sayers and Dr. Lana Nelson were featured for their practical nutrition and cooking classes that support healthy habits and prevent chronic disease. Read more: www.gjsentinel.com/all-things-f...

Physicians Committee@pcrm· May 28

Omega-3s support heart and brain health—and you don’t need fish to get them. Plant foods like chia seeds, walnuts, flaxseed, and hemp seeds are rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Your body can naturally convert plant-derived ALA into DHA and EPA. Learn more: www.pcrm.org/good-nutriti...

Physicians Committee@pcrm· May 27

Looking for a plant-based community in your area? Potluck Palooza events are happening across 27 states and 3 countries this summer—bringing people together over healthy food and shared goals. Find your local event and reach out to the organizer for details: www.pcrm.org/events/potlu...

Physicians Committee@pcrm· May 21

In honor of Women’s Health Month, we’re highlighting 11 plant-based recipes created by women in our Food for Life instructor community 🌿 From smoothies and snacks to globally inspired meals, this collection celebrates food, community, and healthier habits. Recipes: www.pcrm.org/news/celebra...

Physicians Committee@pcrm· May 20

We testified at the Michigan Senate this morning to end painful, taxpayer-funded dog experiments like those conducted at Wayne State University since 1991. Thank you to bill sponsor @PaulWojno for leading this legislation! Help us protect dogs and modernize science. 👉 www.pcrm.org/waynestate

Physicians Committee@pcrm· May 18

We’re at the Colorado State Capitol, where lawmakers are urging CU Anschutz to replace live animals in its deadly surgery course. Hundreds of surgery programs, including Stanford and Yale, already train using methods based on human anatomy. Take Action: act.pcrm.org/YXoVEf2nYESf...

Physicians Committee@pcrm· May 15

We appreciate Billie's courage in speaking openly about this important issue, especially knowing there may be backlash. If this conversation is making you rethink what’s on your plate, visit PCRM.org for free recipes, nutrition information, and resources to help you get started.

Billie Eilish’s recent comments about eating animals sparked a huge conversation online—and a lot of strong reactions.

In a recent video interview with ELLE magazine, Billie was asked to name the hill she'd die on.

“Y'all ain't gonna like me for this one,” she said, and then: “Eating meat is inherently wrong,” that loving animals and eating them cannot coexist, that you cannot do both.

What followed was an online conversation that has been raging for weeks.

Conversations like these are understandably emotional because food choices are deeply personal—and often complex. They’re shaped by culture, family, routine, affordability, convenience, identity, and what feels normal in everyday life.

For many people, eating animal products is simply something they do out of habit and without much thought. But learning more about industrial animal agriculture and its impact on animals, health, and the environment can lead to uncomfortable but important reflection.

And while these conversations can feel emotionally charged, the underlying evidence doesn’t change.

All the nutrients we need for good health can be obtained without animal products. Research shows that plant-based eating patterns can support heart health, help reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes and certain cancers, and improve overall well-being. Plant-based eating is also one of the most impactful ways individuals can reduce their environmental footprint—all while helping spare animals from suffering.

If this conversation is making you rethink what’s on your plate, we have free resources to help you get started, including our Vegan Starter Kit, 21-Day Kickstart program, recipes, meal ideas, nutrition guides, FAQ pages, plant-based budget tips, and evidence-based health resources.

Whether you’re curious about eating more plant-based meals or exploring a vegan lifestyle, we’re here to support you every step of the way. Visit PCRM.org to explore more.

It takes conviction to speak openly about something this emotionally charged, especially knowing there may be backlash. We appreciate your courage, Billie, for helping spark a conversation that’s encouraging more people to reflect on the relationship among food, health, animals, and the environment. 💚

Physicians Committee@pcrm· May 15

Mobile billboards are circling Macalester College's commencement this week with one message: Get cruelty out of psych classes. Harvard, Yale, Stanford, and most other schools ended this practice years ago. It is time for Macalester to do the same. www.pcrm.org/news/news-re...