US Government Extends Contract for Mice ‘Humanized’ With Aborted Organ Tissue

US Government Extends Contract for Mice ‘Humanized’ With Aborted Organ Tissue
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Petr Svab
Petr Svab
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A contract for a steady supply of mice implanted with tissue from aborted babies was extended by 90 more days in February by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).

It was the second time in a row that the HHS opted for only a 90-day extension instead of a full-year one for the contract as the department reviews all research involving fetal tissue for moral, ethical, and other concerns.

Petr Svab
Petr Svab
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Petr Svab is a reporter covering New York. Previously, he covered national topics including politics, economy, education, and law enforcement.
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