Disparities persist under the COVID-19 pandemic. Vulnerable communities to the virus have also been underrepresented in clinical trials. These worries are based on historical examples of discrimination in clinical practice and study design. Building trust between the communities of interest and the vaccine developers is key to higher enrollment, but how can this be facilitated on years of previous distrust and at times, exploitation?

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“Black mothers are often not listened to when they report signs of possible complications of pregnancy and birth…traumatic birthing experiences are so common that 1/4 of Black women report disrespect and abuse in the hospital.”

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Scientists are constantly researching to find news ways in which COVID-19 may affect the body. Evidence for neurological effects due to infection has been accumulating. Why are these symptoms appearing? Who is at risk?

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“Combining DNA samples is the core of forensic genetic genealogy. The process rests on the simple statistical rules of genetics.” With the rise of forensic genetic profiling, ethical concerns include impacts on communities of color and more. Although this genetic profiling has aided in long-abandoned cases, consumers question the privacy and permissions of third-parties.

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