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Issues concerning the ethics and safety of using genetically engineered pig organs for human transplants are discussed. Critics claim animal viruses could potentially be transmitted to humans via xenotransplantation, and that the number of lives saved through transplants could fall far short of the number who might die from subsequent epidemics.
Publication Name: Utne Reader
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 8750-0256
Year: 2000
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Article Abstract:
Issues concerning the ethics and safety of using genetically engineered pig organs for human transplants are discussed. Critics claim animal viruses could potentially be transmitted to humans via xenotransplantation, and that the number of lives saved through transplants could fall far short of the number who might die from subsequent epidemics.
Publication Name: Utne Reader
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 8750-0256
Year: 2000
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The care of elderly people, who find it difficult to care for themselves, is falling on family members as professional home care or nursing home care is expensive. The support which needs to be given to caregivers is discussed.
Publication Name: Utne Reader
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 8750-0256
Year: 2000
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