No. The Government announced a ban on the use of animals in the testing of alcohol and tobacco products in November 1997.

We do not test our products on animals. We love to test them on ourselves and our friends and family.

A complete count of animals used in research is unknown because federal laws do not require research institutions to record the number of rats, mice and cold blooded animals that are used in experimentation. Estimates for total numbers are between 20-70 million. Of the animals who are counted, here is what we know: The number of warm-blooded vertebrate animals used in science each year in the United States is approximately 28 million.

If your teen is using alcohol, tobacco, or drugs, take it seriously. One of the most important things you can do is to talk openly with your teen about the problem. Urge him or her to do the same. Try not to use harsh, judging words. Be as supportive as you can during this time. In most cases, a hostile, angry face-to-face meeting pushes your teen away from the family. The type of treatment your teen needs depends on the level of substance abuse.

SAMHSA's National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information (NCADI) stocks many materials that everyone can use to improve their communities. Whether you want to focus on a particular issue, such as alcoholism or teen smoking, or you want to target a particular population, such as adolescent girls or a particular racial group, we have information that can help.

In South Carolina, the Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services operates a statewide toll-free telephone line that provides information and assistance on a variety of topics related to alcohol and other drug abuse. The number is 1-800-942-DIAL (3425). The county alcohol and drug abuse authorities and other public and private service providers offer local information and assistance as well.

Facility and vessel owners participating in the pilot test will purchase readers and other infrastructure. Port Security Grant (PSG) funds will be used to acquire readers and other infrastructure necessary to conduct the pilot test. The Government does NOT have final approval authority over the purchase of readers. That said, all readers purchased with PSG funds must meet TWIC test requirements. The Early Operational Assessment (EOA) reader test is under development.

No, we never test our products on animals. We've always tested them on friends, family, thousands of customers and other enthusiastic volunteers who were excited about trying out new products.

There are three common ways to test animals for Johne's disease: culture of fecal samples, DNA probe on fecal samples, and blood tests for antibodies to M. paratuberculosis. It is best to consult with your local veterinarian about testing. (Because testing strategies are somewhat different for each animal species, visitors to this site are advised to seek detailed information by first selecting an animal species and then choosing "Diagnosis" from the menu on the left).

No. Our brands do not use animals to test their products, nor do they have animal testing conducted on behalf of anyone else. The European Beauty Collection offers products that are specially made in small, local communities across Europe using traditional formulas and farming techniques. We produce less product but passionately emphasize the quality of our premium skincare lines.

A: No! Our company policy is not to test or commission any testing of any of our cosmetic ingredient materials on animals.

No. We have already announced that no more animals will be used in this country for the testing of cosmetics ingredients or finished products.

No. Many serious health problems and birth defects can occur if a woman uses alcohol, tobacco and other drugs during pregnancy. For this reason, the U.S. Surgeon General and other healthcare professionals encourage women who are pregnant or trying to get pregnant, as well as those who are breast-feeding, to abstain from all types of alcohol - beer, wine, wine coolers and distilled liquor - during this critical time.

We do not allow advertisements promoting gaming, tobacco or alcohol products. However, we will allow ads from casino and tobacco companies that promote or showcase projects, people, communities, the environment, or any positive contribution the company is making to society. Ads may not contain references to gaming or tobacco in any way. We do not allow advertisements of any kind from alcohol and alcohol-related companies. Click here to see our full sponsor policies (PDF 600KB).