Health Equity

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On the Margins: SMHS Learning Lab Explores COVID-19 Effects on Marginalized Populations
As COVID-19 continues its global impact, attendees of the second SMHS virtual Learning Lab were educated on the effects of the virus on marginalized communities throughout the United States.
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DCist - Black D.C. Residents Have Been Diagnosed With COVID-19 At Twice The Rate Of Their White Peers
Janice Blanchard, MD, associate professor of emergency medicine, was spoke to DCist for an article on the impact COVID-19 has on people of color in Washington, D.C.
Research Finds Gap in Access to Acne Treatment in Low-Income Communities
A research letter, published by members of SMHS and Children’s National Hospital in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology (JAAD), details results of a study that found a gap in access to treatment for severe acne among low-income communities. 
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James Griffith, MD, Offers Expertise on Engaging Remote, Underserved Populations
In an “Ask the Expert” article published in FOCUS: The Journal of Lifelong Learning in Psychiatry, James Griffith, MD, provides guidance on how health care professionals can connect with remote and underserved populations.
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New Article Explores Role of Race Categories in Precision Medicine
Shawneequa Callier, JD, published an article addressing the role of racial categories in precision medicine research.
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Q&A: Erika Bramlette, PA, Discusses Diversifying the Health Professions
Erika Bramlette, MBA, PA-C, assistant professor of physician assistant studies at SMHS, attended a meeting of the health professionals chapter of the National Organization of Diversity Officers in Higher Education. She discusses the importance of the meeting.
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Alumnus Receives Fellowship Award to Support Health Equity Project
Alumnus Joshua Barocas, MD '10, received the Herbert W. Nickens Faculty Fellowship Award to support a project to advance health equity.
Newton Kendig, MD, Co-Authors Report on Care of Incarcerated Transgender Patients through Stakeholder Engagement
During a symposium on correctional policy, practice, and care for incarcerated members of the transgender community, held at the GW, stakeholders found that collaborative engagement could help further guidance for this vulnerable population.
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SMHS Students Work Together to Give Back During Community Service Day
In early September, students participated in SMHS Community Service Day, a chance to learn more about needs in Washington, D.C., and discover ways they can give back as members of this vibrant city. 
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SMHS Launches Five-Month Health Equity Series
A new development series aimed at furthering health equity education for educators and health care providers was launched earlier this month by the George Washington University (GW) School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS) Department of Clinical Research and Leadership.
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