The NIH announced a change in plans for 23 former research chimpanzees previously deemed too frail to relocate, highlighting concerns over sustainable care as staff shortages loom.
NIH Deputy Director, Tara Schwetz, stated that the high quality care provided to the chimps is currently assured, but emphasized the importance of sustainability for the animals' long-term wellbeing.
The NIH had initially decided in 2019 against moving the chimps to Chimp Haven based on their health status, despite ongoing advocacy from animal rights groups urging for their relocation.
Despite previously halting invasive research on chimpanzees, the NIH still maintains over 300 chimps and has prioritized their move to Chimp Haven to ensure better living conditions.
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