Eighteen years ago, when I was a senior at Carleton College in Minnesota, I received a phone call from my dad. He said three words that ... Read More
Clinical Trials
Breast Cancer Clinical Trials Are Missing Black Women
Good news: There’s been an overall decline in breast cancer deaths over the last 30 years. Bad news: Black women have a mortality rate 41 ... Read More
Living with HER2+, ER+ Breast Cancer: Strategies When Surgery Isn’t an Option
Receiving a diagnosis of HER2+ and ER+ breast cancer that has spread or cannot be surgically removed can feel overwhelming, but ... Read More
6 Ways to Establish Black Patient Trust in Clinical Trials, According to a Cardiologist
I’m a clinician and professor at Rush University Hospital working in the up-and-coming field of cardio-oncology. My interest in clinical ... Read More
Building a Diverse Clinical Trial Team: A Guide for Investigators
Clinical trial investigators play a pivotal role in shaping the future of medical research. Recognizing the importance of diversity in ... Read More
Uncharted Territory: One Man’s Story of Navigating Prostate Cancer and a Clinical Trial
Sponsored by Merck When Euvon Jones was only 59 years old, he faced a startling diagnosis of stage IV prostate cancer that had spread to ... Read More
It’s Time to Take Charge of Your Prostate Health. Here’s How!
Prostate cancer remains a significant health concern for men, and understanding the intricacies of detection, treatment, and participation ... Read More
Do You Have High Cholesterol? You May be Able to Join a Clinical Research Study
Sponsored by Merck Heart disease, which includes heart attacks and strokes, is the leading cause of death for adults in the United States.¹ ... Read More
Breaking Barriers: Dr. Mitzi Joi Williams on Pioneering MS Clinical Trial for the Black Community
In a groundbreaking interview with Dr. Mitzi Joi Williams, one of the clinical leads and heads of the steering committee for, CHIMES (the ... Read More
My Living Legacy: Bridging the Gap in Clinical Trial Representation
In the realm of medical research, a stark reality persists—Black people make up less than five percent of clinical trial participants, ... Read More
Improving Diversity in Clinical Trials: A Personal Perspective
Sponsored by Merck Clinical trials are an important tool for understanding whether investigational medicines may work. Historically, ... Read More
Clinical Trials: The Hope for a Cure in Relapsed DLBCL
In the realm of medical research and healthcare, clinical trials have emerged as a beacon of hope for patients battling serious illnesses. ... Read More