Strategies to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion in clinical trials

Cancer. 2022 Jan 15;128(2):216-221. doi: 10.1002/cncr.33905. Epub 2021 Sep 8.

Abstract

There is a growing need for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in cancer care, particularly with respect to equal access and accrual to clinical trials. This commentary describe steps taken to address disparities in the authors' own clinical practice and proposes actions at the patient, provider, community, and institution levels to improve DEI in clinical trials.

Keywords: cancer; clinical trials; diversity; equity; inclusion.

Publication types

  • News

MeSH terms

  • Cultural Diversity*
  • Humans