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It‘s not more ethical to do research on humans, unless you can be sure these humans do not participate in experiments due to their economic situation. Anecdota
by quonn 4y ago
It‘s not more ethical to do research on humans, unless you can be sure these humans do not participate in experiments due to their economic situation.
Anecdotal example: I have met a british guy who makes a living from participating in medical trials. He makes about 10-20k per year if I remember correctly.
- dmbche 4y agoI think I'm comfortable arguing that it is much more ethical to do voluntary human testing, as humans will always have more options than animals in cages - unless we are talking something like human trafficking, but I don't think that's what you are bringing up. As for your example, I too knew someone living a pretty terrible life doing trials for a living, that died sadly. While I understand your point, I'm sure you can think of many avenues for this person to make a living without doing trials - i.e. stocking shelves, working a warehouse, janitorial work, service, etc. If they are under precarious circumstences, there are many options still.