Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine

Read all about our Healthy Hospitals Chef Challenge on Forks over Knives! "The competition was created to highlight chefs and food service workers who are making efforts to serve flavorful, nutrient-dense plant-based food in their institutions." - Chef Dustin Harder, culinary specialist for the Physicians Committee

Dr. Roxanne Becker joins Kevin MD to discuss the urgent implications of the first human case of H5N1 avian influenza contracted from a dairy cow. Full episode available here:

We are #hiring! We are seeking a professional with a minimum of five years of federal lobbying experience to promote alternatives to the use of animals in medical research through legislative advocacy and outreach. Apply today!

JOIN US as we rally for breast cancer awareness across the United States! Studies show that eating a plant-based diet, exercising regularly, avoiding alcohol, and maintaining a healthy weight all contribute to a dramatic reduction in the risk of breast cancer. The Let’s Beat Breast Cancer campaign’s evidence-based resources and powerful steps empower you to reduce breast cancer risk today. Please share this lifesaving information far and wide, with friends, family, and policymakers, too. Join our Let’s Beat Breast Cancer campaign to learn how a healthful diet and lifestyle can help reduce your breast cancer risk! Find an up-to-date list of rallies, dates, and locations here: https://lnkd.in/eFmsgDSA

Dr. Neal Barnard's new diet and plan offers an evidenced-based, food-as-medicine protocol for kickstarting weight loss and keeping it off. Learn more and order his new book, The Power Foods Diet, by following the link!

Check out this insightful article from MedPage Today featuring Dr. John Pippin, director of academic affairs at the Physicians Committee. Reporter Sophie Putka highlights our mission to transform medical training by moving away from animal use. Through behind-the-scenes dialogues, public awareness, and media campaigns, we're championing human-relevant methods that enhance training while protecting animals. It's a win-win—better education and ethical practices!

The Physicians Committee works to reform and influence government policy to emphasize good nutrition for disease prevention. Learn more about our programs and policies by following the link below!

The Physicians Committee comments on research priorities at the National Institute of Mental Health. Read more!

Congratulations to Healthy Hospitals Chef Challenge #WINNER, Chef Anthony Burns! Tony is a vegan chef, an alum of the Institute of Culinary Education, and a veteran based out of Milwaukee, Wis. They're currently the culinary lead for Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center. Learn more about our Healthy Hospitals program at https://lnkd.in/gJCAtqB7

Whole, plant-based foods are low in saturated fat, free of cholesterol, and packed with vitamins, minerals, phytochemicals, and fiber. People who eat a plant-based diet lower their risk for heart disease, type 2 diabetes, obesity, and many other health conditions. Let us help you get started by following the link to our vegan starter kit!