We engage with physicians, researchers, and healthcare leaders to advocate for diverse, inclusive clinical trials.
Awareness is power. We run community events, digital campaigns, and educational initiatives to highlight why representation in medical research matters.
Change doesn’t happen alone. We partner with hospitals, universities, and advocacy groups to make research more inclusive.
MedEqual team with Congressman Bill Foster
Congressman Bill Foster, a physicist and staunch advocate for evidence-based policy, applauded MedEqual’s grassroots efforts to spotlight the pressing issue of medical inequity. As a member of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee and a co-sponsor of legislation such as the South Asian Heart Health Awareness Act, Congressman Foster offered thoughtful insights and suggestions to scale MedEqual’s mission and amplify its impact nationwide. The MedEqual board came away impressed by the Congressman’s curiosity and knowledge, and thanks him for championing the application of STEM to drive societal progress and health equity.
MedEqual team with Representative Nabeela Syed
Representative Nabeela Syed, one of the youngest members of the Illinois General Assembly, applauded MedEqual’s youth leadership and its efforts to bring representation in clinical trials. She emphasized and shared examples where grassroots efforts like MedEqual’s lay the foundation for legislative actions. As a role model to many, Representative Syed offered valuable insights and strategies to advance MedEqual’s mission, highlighting the power of youth in shaping a more equitable and inclusive healthcare system. We are grateful for her support and encouragement and will continue to work with her office to advance health equity.
Community Connect events are held regularly at cultural centers, places of worship, and community festivals across major cities with significant South Asian populations. Events are free to attend and open to anyone interested in learning about clinical trials and medical research. Check the events calendar for upcoming gatherings in your area or request an event in your community.
Medical treatments affect people differently based on genetics, lifestyle, and other factors that can vary across ethnic groups. When South Asians represent less than 0.5% of clinical trial participants despite facing higher risks for certain conditions like cardiovascular disease, the resulting treatments may not be optimized for the community. Participating in research helps ensure future medications and therapies work effectively for everyone.
Community organizations, temples, gurdwaras, and other gathering places can request a Community Connect event by completing the online form or contacting the outreach team. Events can be customized to address specific health concerns relevant to your community or integrated into existing health initiatives or cultural celebrations.
Beyond attending events, community members can volunteer as ambassadors, share personal experiences with clinical trials, help translate materials into South Asian languages, or connect the initiative with additional community organizations. Healthcare professionals can also volunteer their expertise at events to answer medical questions.
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- Transcript: Health Equity: Medical Research with Carol Oladele, PhD, MPH, Eliseo J. Pérez-Stable, MD & Consuelo H. Wilkins, MD, MSCI Eventually that led to the 1983 mandate to have diversity in clinical studies. The Office of Minority Health and Minority Health Research was ...November 10, 2021