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How Structural Racism Has Deterred Minorities from Pursuing Medicine

February 21, 2023 - A report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, titled Advancing Antiracism, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in STEMM Organizations, explained how structural racism has deterred minorities from pursuing and continuing careers in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and medicine (STEMM). Additionally, the...


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Gilead Grants $24M to Improve Access, Care for HIV Communities

by Samantha McGrail

Gilead recently announced $24 million in grants to reduce health disparities, improve access to quality healthcare, advance medical education, and support local communities most impacted by the HIV and...

Study Finds Diversity in Clinical Trials Still Lacking

by Samantha McGrail

Racial and ethnic diversity in clinical trials is lacking despite FDA recommendations regarding demographic characteristics of specific study populations, according to a recent JAMA Network Open...